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Welcome to CityNeighborhoods.nyc! Here you will find the first steps on a 1photo tour of every neighborhood in Queens! Here you will find maps, descriptions and highlight galleries for each of the neighborhoods I have visited so far.

Enjoy your tour!

Queens is, quite literally, a melting pot. Its neighborhoods are diverse, vibrant, and equal measures gritty and scenic. Some places are as densely populated as Manhattan, others as sprawling as the suburbs of Long Island.

Without question, Queens has something for everyone.

Queens slideshow:

The Neighborhoods

Queen, NYC, also known as Queens, is the largest borough of New York City by land area and the second-most populous. Known for its diversity, this borough boasts a melting pot of cultures and communities, with over 100 languages spoken throughout the area. You can find just about anything in Queens, from world-renowned museums like the Museum of the Moving Image to ethnic enclaves like Little India and Chinatown. The borough is also famous for its food scene, with numerous foodie destinations like the Queens Night Market and Astoria's Greek restaurants. Whether you're a nature lover, a sports fan, or a culture buff, Queens offers something for everyone.

Queens, NYC is named after Catherine of Braganza, the queen consort of England, Scotland, and Ireland. In 1664, when the English took control of New Netherland from the Dutch, they renamed the colony New York. They also split the territory into three counties, one of which was named after Catherine. Queens County comprised the western portion of today's Long Island and encompassed several smaller villages and towns, including Newtown, Flushing, Jamaica, and Hempstead. Today, Queens is the largest borough of New York City and home to over 2 million people, making it one of the most diverse urban areas in the world.

Queens has a rich and diverse history dating back to its colonial roots. The original settlers of Queens were the Native American Lenape people, who were later displaced and forced out by Dutch and English colonizers. Throughout the 20th century, Queens experienced significant growth and development, fueled in part by the construction of transportation infrastructure such as the subway and bridges. The borough is now home to over 2 million people, making it the most populous in NYC. Queens is recognized as one of the most diverse communities in the world, with a rich tapestry of languages, cultures, and religions represented. Its history and continued vibrancy make it a unique and important part of the five boroughs.

Queens is a diverse and vibrant borough located in the heart of New York City. Its neighborhoods are enriched with different cultures and traditions, offering a unique experience to anyone who visits or lives there. From the bustling streets of Astoria and Long Island City to the quieter and more suburban areas like Floral Park and Bayside, Queens provides an array of options to fit everyone's taste. Each community has its own charm, with a variety of restaurants, shops, and parks to explore. Queens is also home to some of the city's major attractions including Citi Field, the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, and the Queens Museum. With its rich history and natural beauty, Queens is a must-visit destination in NYC.

It will be some time before the neighborhoods in Queens can be explored and photographed to the extent that those in Manhattan have been. But in the meantime, enjoy the introduction to Queens by way of Forest Hills, Ridgewood, Glen Oaks, Flushing, Douglaston, and Little Neck.

As you can see, some places feature sprawling mansions, others densely-packed row houses and warehouses. But no matter where you go, the personality of Queens - a place where diversity truly flourishes - shines through.

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All photography provided by Samuel Walters