1. Welcome to Jacksonville!

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St. Johns River

2. The city Where Florida Begins…

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3. And a city that’s not afraid to be bold.

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4. A city with a big story behind its name…

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5. Where one moment you could be walking along the river…

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6. And the next under a looming oak tree.

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Treaty Oak

7. The busy streets are intoxicating…

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8. … but that doesn’t mean you won’t get a few moments to yourself too.

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Riverwalk

9. And the piers are the perfect place to catch the perfect sunrise.

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10. The landing is gorgeous by day…

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11. And electric by night.

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12. And the fountains are especially friendly…

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Friendship Fountain

13. … Particularly in the dark.

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14. And don’t think you won’t have your breath taken away…

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15. … By beauty in the big city.

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16. While you might expect to find these guys lounging around the zoo…

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17. That’s not the only place you can go…

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18. … To find Jaguars.

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19. Jaxons are a colorful group of folks…

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20. … Some who never really grow up…

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21. …And others who never stop hugging.

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22. And why shouldn’t everyone want to live in a place like J-ville…

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23. … Where every day ends like a dream.

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What’s the most beautiful spot in Jacksonville? Tell us in the comments below!

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