Where does Long Island begin?
Where does Long Island begin? The island begins at New York Harbor and extends 118 miles (190 km) eastward into the North Atlantic Ocean with a maximum north-south width of 23 miles (37 km).
Why is it called Long Island?
In 1611, the Dutch explorer Adriaen Block became the first European to sail into what became known as Long Island Sound. Once he reached its end, he realized the body of land to the east was not a peninsula but an island. The Dutch name—'t Lange Eylandt—was apt, and it stuck.
Why is Long Island famous?
You've heard about the famous white-sand beaches. And the world class wineries, fresh local produce and seafood. Long Island was named one of the world's Top 10 wine regions and boasts top-rated restaurants.