East Bronx, Residential neighborhood in Bronx, US.
East Bronx is a large residential area east of the Bronx River with several established neighborhoods, parks, and schools. The area comprises different residential districts with commercial centers and local services used daily by residents.
The area was originally part of rural Westchester County but was annexed into New York City in 1895. This annexation led to development of streetcars, roads, and later transformation into densely populated urban neighborhoods.
The area shows different communities with Italian-American, Caribbean, Hispanic, and Asian roots visible in local shops, restaurants, and streets. The neighborhoods preserve these influences through their everyday culture and community institutions.
Subway and bus lines connect the area to the rest of the city, while the Bronx River Parkway is a major road. Visitors can explore different neighborhoods by using public transportation or car with multiple starting points available.
Co-op City is the world's largest cooperative housing development and shapes the area's landscape with its towers. This massive residential complex is an example of unusual urban development with thousands of residents under one concept.
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