Fun Facts!

How well do you know your Florida history? Here are some fun facts about our great state!

Ten fun facts about Florida


Fact 1:

Florida averages 10 deaths and 30 injuries a year from lightning.



Fact 2:

Orlando attracts more visitors than any other amusement park destination in the United States.



Fact 3:

The largest collection of Frank Lloyd Wright buildings in the world is in Lakeland.



Fact 4:

Florida means "Feast of Flowers" in Spanish.



Fact 5:

Haines City is known as ‘The Heart of Florida’.



Fact 6:

Crystal River is the only place in North America where it is legal to have a supervised swim with gentle manatees.



Fact 7:

The world's deepest freshwater spring is Wakulla Springs near Tallahassee.



Fact 8:

Saint Augustine city of Florida is the oldest European settlement in North America.



Fact 9:

Annual Mug Race of Florida is the longest river sailboat race in the world.



Fact 10:

There are more than 30,000 lakes and over 1000 golf courses located in Florida.