<p>The Bronx is called “The Borough of Parks” because one quarter of the borough’s landmass is parkland. We discuss the history of parks in The Bronx from Pelham Bay to Van Cortlandt. Also, what’s the story behind The Grand Concourse, one of the borough’s busiest boulevards?  </p>

The Bronx is called “The Borough of Parks” because one quarter of the borough’s landmass is parkland. We discuss the history of parks in The Bronx from Pelham Bay to Van Cortlandt. Also, what’s the story behind The Grand Concourse, one of the borough’s busiest boulevards?

<p>The Bronx is called “The Borough of Parks” because one quarter of the borough’s landmass is parkland. We discuss the history of parks in The Bronx from Pelham Bay to Van Cortlandt. Also, what’s the story behind The Grand Concourse, one of the borough’s busiest boulevards? &nbsp;</p>

The Borough of Parks

GoBxPod is a 15-40 minute weekly show produced by The Bronx Tourism Council. Each episode focuses on the history and culture of one of New York City's most diverse boroughs: The Bronx.
The show is hosted by the Council’s executive director Olga Luz Tirado and Bronx expert and historian Angel Hernandez. Visit GoBronxPod.com for more information.

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GoBxPod is a 15-40 minute weekly show produced by The Bronx Tourism Council. Each episode focuses on the history and culture of one of New York City's most diverse boroughs: The Bronx. The show is hosted by the Council’s executive director Olga Luz Tirado and Bronx expert and historian Angel Hernandez. Visit GoBronxPod.com for more information.

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