Belden Point is the southernmost section of City Island, located in the New York City

New York City

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 borough of The Bronx

The Bronx

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Belden Point is named for William Belden, a developer who opened an amusement park

Amusement park

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 and resort in the area in 1887. In the early part of the 20th century, the area was a favored recreation location for business tycoons including Vincent Astor

Vincent Astor

William Vincent Astor was a businessman and philanthropist and a member of the prominent Astor family.-Early life:...

, J.P. Morgan and William Randolph Hearst

William Randolph Hearst

William Randolph Hearst was an American business magnate and leading newspaper publisher. Hearst entered the publishing business in 1887, after taking control of The San Francisco Examiner from his father...

. Today, Belden Point is home to a number of popular seafood restaurants.