New York, often called New York City to distinguish from New York State, or NYC for short is the most populous city in the United States. With an estimated 2020 population of 8,253,213, New York City is also the most densely populated major city in the United States.

Located at the southern tip of the State of New York, the city is the center of the New York metropolitan area, the largest metropolitan area in the world by urban area. With almost 20 million people in its metropolitan statistical area and approximately 23 million in its combined statistical area, it is one of the world's most populous megacities.

New York City has been described as the cultural, financial, and media capital of the world, significantly influencing commerce, entertainment, research, technology, education, politics, tourism, art, fashion, and sports, and is the most photographed city in the world. Home to the headquarters of the United Nations, New York is an important center for international diplomacy and has sometimes been called the capital of the world.

NYC is the epicentre of the arts, architectural darling and dining and shopping capital. Trendsetter. New York City wears many crowns and spreads an irresistible feast for all. Folks around the world. Here is my snapshot view of the big apple in black and white.