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A community that was established during the 18th century within Piscataway, it was once an inland port. It was the farthest upstream point that ocean-going ships could reach along the Raritan River. This port city remained vital to the region's economy through the mid-19th century. It is now a small suburban community that houses some historical sites.
Raritan Landing is a historical unincorporated community located within Piscataway Township in Middlesex County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey, which was once an inland port, the farthest upstream point ocean-going ships could reach along the Raritan River, across from New Brunswick. Begun in the early 18th century it remained vital until the mid 19th century, when most of the port was abandoned.
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