Roosevelt Island is a narrow island located in the East River between Manhattan and Queens. The island is roughly two miles long and 800 feet wide, and is connected to both Manhattan and Queens by subway and bridge.
Originally named Blackwell's Island, the island was renamed in honor of President Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1971. Today, Roosevelt Island is a peaceful residential community, home to about 12,000 people.
One of the main attractions on the island is the Franklin D. Roosevelt Four Freedoms Park, which honors the 32nd president of the United States and his famous "Four Freedoms" speech. The park, which opened in 2012, features a granite plaza, a fountain, and a monument with a bust of Roosevelt.
Another notable feature of Roosevelt Island is the aerial tramway that connects the island to Manhattan. The tramway offers stunning views of the city skyline and is a popular tourist attraction.
Roosevelt Island is also home to a number of modern apartment buildings, parks, and restaurants. The island's location provides residents with a peaceful oasis from the hustle and bustle of Manhattan, while still allowing easy access to all that the city has to offer.