Situated on scenic Lake Erie, Buffalo is New York State’s second largest city. The region's nearly 1 million inhabitants enjoy a pleasant, temperate climate, the highest percentage of summer sunshine of any region in New York State, and year-round outdoor recreation. USA Today recently named Buffalo the winner of its “City with a Heart” contest, underscoring what area residents past and present already knew: Buffalo is a warm, diverse, lively city and an immensely enjoyable and lovable hometown.
The Buffalo Niagara region (which also includes nearby Niagara Falls) offers all of the attractions and conveniences of a major urban center along with the friendliness and livability of a small town. Professional sports teams, world-class museums, the country's third-oldest zoo, summer and winter outdoor recreation, an emerging waterfront district and a vibrant entertainment scene are just a few of the reasons Buffalo is a great place to live, work and pursue higher education.
Buffalo is about one hour by air from some of the nation’s major metropolitan areas, including Boston, Chicago, Washington, D.C., Philadelphia and New York City. Toronto, the largest city in Canada, is an hour and a half away by car. Easily accessible by air, train, bus or car, the Buffalo Niagara region is also known as the “20-minute city,” offering ease and accessibility for commuters and businesses that take advantage of the region's rich economic infrastructure.
Last updated: May 15, 2012 10:56 am EST
