Surrounded by natural beauty and a rich human legacy second to none, Albany lies in the Hudson Valley about 150 miles north of New York City.
Some of the nation\'s leading statesmen, scientists, and presidents have called Alb.
Albany became the permanent state capital in 1797 and has long been a major political center, key to New York\'s growth and prosperity.
First settled in 1648, the area quickly grew into one of the most important trade, transportation, and military regions in North America.
Surrounded by natural beauty and a rich human legacy second to none, Albany lies in the Hudson Valley about 150 miles north of New York City