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)
• County 4/peg 7: Miami-Dade (D date on a beach)
• County 5/peg 8: Nassau (NASA-audi)
• County 6/peg 9: Osceola (Oscars-Motorola)
• County 7/peg 10: Hendry
• County 7/peg 11: Lake
• County 7/peg 12: Leon

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 - Escambia
2 - Santa Rosa
3 - Okaloosa
4 - Walton
5 - Holmes
6 - Washington
7 - Bay
8 - Jackson
9 - Calhoun
10 - Gulf
11 - Gadsden
12 - Liberty
13 - Franklin
14 - Leon
15 - Wakulla
16 - Jefferson
17 - Madison
18 - Taylor
19 - Hamilton
20 - Suwannee
21 - Lafayette
22 - Dixie
23 - Columbia
24 - Gilchrist
25 - Levy
26 - Baker
27 - Union
28 - Bradford
29 - Alachua
30 - Nassau
31 - Duval
32 - Clay
33 - St. Johns
34 - Putnam
35 - Flagler
36 - Volusia
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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