The city of St Augustine lies in the beautiful county of St. Johns in the state of Florida, United States of America. St Augustine is situated in the north eastern part of Florida. It lies in the south of Jacksonville and faces the Intra coastal Waterway. The geographical coordinates of St. Augustine are 29°53'39?N, 81°18'48?W. The city covers an area of 27.8 square kilometers of which land covers 21.7 square kilometers and the rest is covered by water. The city is the oldest European colony. History has it that the Spanish founded the city.
The population of St Augustine comprises Whites, African Americans, Native Americans, Asians, Pacific Islanders and other races like the Hispanic and the Latino. The Whites form the majority of the population.
The presence of the 17 th century fort, horse driven carriages and the Spanish quarter of the 18 th century gives this city the ambience of an European village.
This city has stretches of beaches lined with palm trees. This place brims with restaurants and shops. It is famous for its excellent nightlife.
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St Augustine is full of historical buildings.It is well known for housing the oldest wooden schoolhouse in United States. The meandering streets of cobblestone are marked with the feeling of antiquity by the presence of antique shops, art galleries and shops selling eclectic gift items. This ambiance makes it a perfect place for honeymooners. On the St Augustine beaches visitors can enjoy taking cruises, surfing, biking, roller skating, fishing, kayaking and many other things. St Augustine beaches are full of fun and frolic for everyone irrespective of the ages of the visitors.
St Augustine is a beautiful tourist destination. For sightseeing in St Augustine there is Flagler College, Lightner Museum and City Hall Alligator Farm, Anastasia State Park, Bridge of Lions, Casa Monica Hotel, Castillo de San Marcos National Monument, Cathedral of St. Augustine, City Gates,
Fort Matanzas National Monument, Fort Mose Historic State Park , Fountain of Youth, Gonzalez-Alvarez House (Oldest House), Potters Wax Museum, St. Augustine Lighthouse and Museum, St. George Street, St. Augustine Alligator Park & Zoological Park.
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