Florida

The Sunshine State

In God We trust

QUICK FACTS

State Capital: Tallahassee

Governor:Ron DeSantis.

Population: 23.66 million to 23.73 million 2026

Major cities:Jacksonville ,Miami, Tampa, Orlando

Key Industries:world-class beaches, extensive water sports, major theme parks , diverse cultural scenes, and a high-ranking public education system.

state history

When did Florida offcially became a state on: March 3, 1845
What was Florida called before it became a official state:Florida was first ever called before it became a state was :The first name Florida was ever called in the United States of Amrica was Territory of Florida (1821–1845): After the Adams-Onís Treaty was finalized in 1821, the U.S. took control, unifying the region into a single territory in 1822 .Then it became a official state.
What is florida abbreviation:FL

STATE SYMBOLS

State flag

State bird:Northern Mockingbird

State Folwer:Orange Blossom

State tree:Sabal Palm

State GEOGRAPHY

Total Size of State:65,758 squre miles

Number of Counties:67 counties

Highest Point: Britton Hill (345 feet)

Lowest Point: sea level

INTESTING PLACES TO VISIT

Florida offers much more than standard theme parks. Top "cool" spots include the Dry Tortugas National Park, a remote island chain near Key West perfect for snorkeling; Devil's Den, an underground prehistoric spring in Williston; and the Kennedy Space Center, where you can view massive rockets and even catch a live launch.

FLORIDA SPORTS TEAMS

FUN FACTS ABOUT FLORIDA

1.Florida is the only U.S. state that borders both the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico.

2.The Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando spans 40 square miles—roughly the size of San Francisco. It employs over 60,000 cast members.

3.An estimated $2 trillion in lost pirate and sunken treasure is believed to be resting within 60 miles of Florida's coastline

4.Florida boasts more golf courses than any other state in the U.S., featuring over 1,000 courses statewide.

FAMOUS PEOPLE

Ariana Grande

Roman Reigns

Jason Derulo

Pitbull

Bob Ross