With its incredible population and rich history, New York City has long captured the minds and hearts of people everywhere. It is both a financial and societal hub, and deservedly so. New York City is by far the most famous city in the United States, if not the entire world. But, here are 7 things you didn't know about New York City.

1. New York City has been the largest city in the United States since 1790.

2. The New York City subway system was opened in 1904.

3. New York City features over 4,000 licensed mobile food vendors who bring all sorts of international and ethnic flavors to the streets they sell on.

4. New York City was the United States' first national capital and also the site of the inauguration of its first President, George Washington.

5. Both of New York City's professional football teams, the Giants and the Jets, actually play their home games out of the state in New Jersey.

6. The highest point in New York City is Todt Hill on Staten Island which is over 400 feet high, it is also the highest point on the Eastern Seaboard south of the state of Maine.

7. It is estimated that over one third of New York City's population were born outside of the United States.

New York City has it all for any traveler from any where in the world. From business pursuits to sporting events and tourist activities, no other city in the world can match New York City.