While not the first city people think of when they think of a visit to the State of New York, Buffalo has a fair amount of attractions that visitors can enjoy as well. But, here are 7 things you didn't know about Buffalo.

1. In 1900, Buffalo was the 8th largest city in the country.

2. President William McKinley was assassinated in Buffalo in 1901.

3. Nicknames for Buffalo, New York: The City of Good Neighbors, City of Light, The Queen City, The Queen City of the Lakes, and the Nickel City.

4. Prior to being President of the United States, Grover Cleveland was not only the Governor of New York, but also the mayor of Buffalo.

5. Grain elevators are large structures that dominate most agricultural communities' skylines. They aid in the sorting, distributing, and storing of wheat, barley, and other

6. Fargo, North Dakota owes its name to William Fargo, a native of Buffalo, New York. He would go on to co-found Wells Fargo and be mayor of Buffalo during the Civil War.

7. It is true that the popular snack and party food known as Buffalo Wings were invented in Buffalo, New York.

A visit to Buffalo, New York is a visit to a great location that most people will never think to travel to. Due to the attractions of the city itself, coupled with its location near other highly traveled to attractions, Buffalo will remain a quality destination for years to come.