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Albany
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The capital of the state of New York is known for its museums and especially its architecture, where historic and modern buildings blend together.
Overview of Albany
The capital of the state of New York is known for its museums and especially its architecture, where historic and modern buildings blend together.
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- Type of place: city.
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- Population: 98,111 inhabitants (2016).
- Area: 56.81 km².
- Altitude: 115 m.
- Website: https://www.albany.org
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