May 23, 2012
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Parks
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Brooklyn
The 585-acre park is one of the finest creations of the landscape architects Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux. Begun in 1866, it has a 60-acre lake on its east side, the 90-acre Long Meadow on the west and Brooklyn's last remaining original woodlands (the Ravine) in between.
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Manhattan
This park in Chinatown borders the Civic Center of Lower Manhattan and has a pavilion, chess tables, basketball court and playground.
Brooklyn
This 10-acre park was acquired in 1836 by the Village of Brooklyn and named "City Park." It is the oldest park in the borough and contains baseball and football fields, handball and basketball courts, a pool and a playground.
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Staten Island
In addition to its historic landmarks and its breathtaking views of the Raritan Bay, the 265-acre park has a playground, a Visitors Center, paths and hiking and biking trails. The park's “South Pole” marks the southernmost point of New York State.
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Bronx
Named after the Greek colony of Croton, known for its Olympic athletes, Crotona Park has served the Bronx community steadily since its purchase by the City in 1888.
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Queens
The 358-acre park in Queens boasts mountain bike trails for cyclists of all skills levels.