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.
Source: Flickr user James Willamor
Treaty Oak
7. The busy streets are intoxicating…
Source: Flickr user Craig ONeal
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.
Source: Flickr user Craig ONeal
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…
Source: Flickr user Rob Bixby
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.
Source: Flickr user Don Dearing
What’s the most beautiful spot in Jacksonville? Tell us in the comments below!