Florida is An Exciting Place to Visit
February 27, 2008 - 8:19 am - Posted by admin
In North America, Florida is considered one of the most exciting places to visit. In fact, Florida was considered highly desirable well before the country was even established. European explorers visiting Florida for the first time believed that this area of the country contained the famous fountain of youth!
As the most Southeastern state in the United States, Florida is commonly called “the sunshine state.” The warm climate, beautiful ocean views, and natural beauty of the state makes it a very popular winter getaway. However, Florida is about much more than just beaches. If you’ve ever eaten an orange, chances are came from Florida. Florida is in fact a key agricultural center, producing many of our exotic fruits and vegetables.
As the fourth-largest state in the US, Florida has plenty to see and do. Its 58 560 square miles include forests, urban centers, beaches, and much more. From parks to concrete urban areas, Florida has at all. Of course, Florida is also famous for having some of the most innovative amusement parks in the world, including Disney World, Universal Studios, and SeaWorld.
Florida can be divided mainly into four regions. The Florida Panhandle includes Tallahassee (Florida’s State Capitol), Pensacola, and Panama City. Central Florida is considered a tourist’s paradise, containing such attractions as the Kennedy Space Center, Daytona International Speedway, Cypress Gardens, the Wildlife Refuge, Walt Disney World, SeaWorld, Universal Studios Florida, Bok Tower Gardens, and Gatorland. This area of Florida also has many recreational trails. South Florida is famous for its beaches, Everglades, and Florida Keys. It is also where Miami is located. North Florida is an area that has lots of natural beauty as well as residential areas. If you can, set aside enough time so that you can visit all of Florida’s many beautiful areas.
While many people think of Miami and large attractions such as Disney World when they think of Florida, Florida is actually quite a green states, with many beautiful parks. If you love hiking, picnicking, or just enjoying the natural beauty around you, be sure to visit one of Florida’s many natural parks, preserves, and forests. These include Apalachicola National Forest, Big Cypress National Preserve, Biscayne National Park, Canaveral National Seashore, Dry Tortugas National Park, Everglades National Park, Gulf Islands National Seashore, Ocala National Forest, Osceola National Forest, and Timucuan Ecological and Historic Preserve.
When traveling to Florida, keep in mind that Florida has its own unique culture. Although it is located in the southern part of the US, it is not at all like the rest of The South. You will not notice that distinct Southern accent here, and don’t expect to be served sweet tea or ice tea in restaurants. Florida has its own unique culture – not to mention cuisine — that is a joy to explore.
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