Florida, located in the southeastern United States, is known for its warm climate, beaches, and diverse ecosystems, including swamps, springs, and extensive coastlines along both the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico.

Mnemonic pegs

• State mnemonic image/scene/loci/trigger word: Florida (Flower-Ida or Flower-I)
• Capital/peg 1: Tallahassee (Bankteller + "has seen")
• City 1/peg 2: Jacksonville (Michael Jackson + Margharitaville)
• City 2/peg 3: Miami (A dolphin or other symbol for Miami)
• County 1/peg 4: Monroe (marylin Monroe)
• County 2/peg 5: Polk (Polka dance)
• County 3/peg 6: Escambia (Ex-cam-bi)

Facts

• Capital: Tallahassee
• Largest City: Jacksonville (by area), Miami (by metro population)
• Population: Approximately 21.5 million people, making it the third-most populous U.S. state
• Nickname: "The Sunshine State"
• State Symbols:
• State Bird: Northern Mockingbird
• State Flower: Orange Blossom
• State Tree: Sabal Palm
• Famous dish: Cuban sandwich.
• Famous food: Oranges.
• Famous people: Eva Mendes, Serena Williams, Bob Ross, Sidney Poitier, Wesley Snipes.

Economy
Florida's economy is driven by a combination of tourism, agriculture, international trade, and aerospace. The state is one of the world's top travel destinations, attracting millions of visitors each year to its theme parks (such as Walt Disney World and Universal Studios), beaches, and natural attractions like the Everglades. The agricultural sector is known for citrus fruits, especially oranges, as well as strawberries, tomatoes, and sugarcane. Miami serves as a gateway for trade between the U.S. and Latin America.

Florida has a rich history shaped by its indigenous populations, European colonization, and role in early American conflicts. It was originally inhabited by Native American tribes such as the Timucua, Calusa, and Apalachee. Spanish explorer Juan Ponce de León first claimed it for Spain in 1513. Florida changed hands between the Spanish and British before becoming a U.S. territory in 1821 and achieving statehood in 1845. It played roles in the Seminole Wars and the Civil War. Since the 20th century, Florida has grown rapidly in population and has become a political swing state in national elections.

Florida is known for its flat terrain, extensive wetlands (like the Everglades), and coastline stretching over 1,300 miles. The state experiences a subtropical to tropical climate, with hot, humid summers and mild winters, particularly in the southern regions. Due to its location, Florida is also prone to hurricanes and tropical storms, especially from June to November.

Florida's culture is a blend of influences, with strong ties to Latin America, the Caribbean, and the American South. Miami is a major cultural hub with vibrant art scenes and festivals. Florida is also known for its music, from Latin genres like salsa to Southern rock and country, and its culinary scene includes seafood, Cuban dishes, and citrus-based recipes.

Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando Everglades National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site South Beach in Miami, known for its Art Deco architecture Kennedy Space Center on the Space Coast, a focal point for NASA's space missions.

Counties
1 - Lauderdale
2 - Colbert
3 - Franklin
4 - Limestone
5 - Lawrence
6 - Madison
7 - Morgan
8 - Jackson
9 - Marshall
10 - DeKalb
11 - Maryland
12 - Lamar
13 - Fayette
14 - Winston
15 - Walker
16 - Cullman
17 - Blount
18 - Jefferson
19 - Etowa
20 - St. Clair
21 - Cherokee
22 - Calhoun
23 - Cleburne
24 - Pickens
25 - Tuscaloosa
26 - Bibb
27 - Shelby
28 - Talladega
29 - Clay
32 - Randolf
33 - Sumter
32 - Greene
33 - Hale
34 - Perry
35 - Chilton
36 - Coosa
37 - Tallapoosa
38 - Chambers
39 - Autauga
40 - Elmore
41 - Macon
42 - Lee
43 - Russell 44 - Choctaw 45 - Marengo 46 - Clarke 47 - Wilcox 48 - Monroe 49 - Conecuh 50 - Butler 51 - Crenshaw 52 - Covington 53 - Pike 54 - Barbour 55 - Washington 56 - Mobile 57 - Baldwin 58 - Escambia 59 - Coffee 60 - Geneva 61 - Dale 62 - Henry 63 - Houston 35 - Dallas
36 - Autauga
37 - Marion
38 - Citrus
39 - Hernando
40 - Pasco
41 - Sumter
42 - Lake
43 - Seminole
44 - Orange
45 - Pinellas
46 - Hillsborough
47 - Polk
48 - Osceola
49 - Brevard
50 - Indian River
51 - Manatee
52 - Sarasota
53 - Hardee
54 - DeSoto
55 - Highlands
56 - Okeechobee
57 - St. Lucie
58 - Martin
59 - Charlotte
60 - Glades
61 - Palm Beach
62 - Lee
63 - Hendry
64 - Collier
65 - Broward
66 - Miami-Dade
67 - Monroe

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