Why is Long Island City so popular

Long Island City, Queens has experienced a significant rise in recent years, transforming from a once-industrial neighborhood to a vibrant and sought-after destination. The proximity to Manhattan, ample transportation options, and access to the waterfront have made Long Island City an attractive location for developers, businesses, and residents alike. The area has seen a surge in high-rise residential and commercial buildings, attracting young professionals, families, and entrepreneurs. As a result, the neighborhood has undergone a rapid transformation, with new restaurants, art galleries, and cultural institutions opening up alongside historic landmarks. Long Island City's rise reflects the ongoing evolution of New York City and its ability to adapt to changing times and tastes.

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And someone who lives here I can tell you why it's so popular because it's peaceful and pretty much quiet and it's different than other parts of New York City even Queens itself which it sits in I live right in Long Island City hunters point South and I can verify to you It's not like living in any other part of New York City You actually feel like you're not even in New York City And yeah by the way the popular place in Long Island City to everybody visits is my neighborhood Long Island City hunters point South right by the water

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Are there migrants there?? Like Manhattan??