Queens
Queens is a borough in New York City located on Long Island.
Catholic jurisdiction: Latin — Diocese of Brooklyn
About Queens
Queens is situated in the state of New York, within the New York City metropolitan area. It is one of the five boroughs that make up New York City, along with Manhattan, Brooklyn, the Bronx, and Staten Island. Queens is a part of Long Island, bordering the borough of Brooklyn to the west and Nassau County to the east.
Queens is known for its diverse neighborhoods and cultural institutions, which reflect the borough's history of immigration and its status as a global crossroads. The borough is home to two of New York City's major airports, John F. Kennedy International Airport and LaGuardia Airport, and is a major commercial and industrial center.
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