| It is located in the heart of Central
New York and on the south shore of Lake Ontario. Its name came
from a Sicilian town that also lay near salt springs.
||||||Syracuse was once the capitol of the
Iroquois Confederacy under Chief Hiawatha. Pioneers who arrived
in the late 1700’s, established salt works which provided
salt for much of this country, and created an industry that
thrived for nearly one hundred years.
||||||Syracuse enjoys a four season climate
with marked seasonal changes in a region of rolling hills,
flat plains, and many lakes and streams. Syracuse University
boasts a large domed facility lending host to its nationally
awarded basketball, football and lacrosse programs, as well
as many entertainment activities. Downtown
|||||Syracuse was once known as Central New
York States primary commercial center, and is the areas center
for entertainment and cultural activities. In downtown, you
will see old architecture demonstrated in many buildings,
fine old churches and other structures. It is an important
industrial and commercial center, and boasts an excellent
education network and cultural and recreational opportunities
to rival any major city.
The City of Syracuse Web Site:
http://www.syracuse.com
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Syracuse Area Communities |
