Roosevelt Island

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Roosevelt Island is a narrow island located in New York City's East River, situated between Manhattan to the west and Queens to the east. Spanning approximately 2 miles in length and only 800 feet at its widest point, the island offers a unique blend of residential, historical, and recreational spaces. It is accessible via the Roosevelt Island Tramway, the F train, and the Roosevelt Island Bridge. Notable landmarks include the historic Smallpox Hospital ruins, the Franklin D. Roosevelt Four Freedoms Park, and the Octagon, which originally served as the main entrance to the New York City Lunatic Asylum.

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