Is life safe in the Bronx?

For a time, the Bronx was known for its parklands, zoo, Botanical Gardens, schools, the Grand Concourse, and most of all, its industry. But, it is the burning Bronx that has remained the common descriptor. read more

The Bronx has a reputation for being a violent and dangerous place to visit. As with any major metropolitan area, there is some truth to these concerns, however, in a lot of ways, the dangers of the Bronx have been somewhat exaggerated, and many people feel completely safe maneuvering around the Bronx, particularly during the daytime hours. read more