| Key Largo is the first island of the Florida Keys, | | | | huge treasures hidden beneath the sea. |
| south of the Florida mainland. You can reach Key | | | | The specialty of the island lies in attitude. Relaxing |
| Largo by driving for about 1 1/2 hours from Miami | | | | and enjoyment are part of the people's lifestyle |
| Airport. If you look at the mile markers placed on | | | | here. |
| the overseas highway - US1 - Key Largo will be | | | | There are sanctuaries which house endangered |
| marked from "m.m. 90-106". | | | | species of birds and animals. There are regular |
| The island derived its name from Spanish; "Largo" | | | | programs arranged by the historical preservation |
| means large. It is the longest and largest island of | | | | society to create awareness about protecting the |
| the Florida Keys and referred to as the "Diving | | | | delicate ecosystem. |
| Capital of the World." The John Pennekamp Coral | | | | You can go fishing and swimming on the Harry |
| Reef Park is designed under water. Most of the | | | | Harris beach. Or you can opt for glass bottom |
| upper areas of the island are protected regions | | | | boat tours and explore the underwater marvels |
| and uninhabited too. | | | | like the Christ statue at John Pennecamp Park. |
| Coral Reefs | | | | You can have Scuba-diving lessons or view the |
| The corals in this island are known for their | | | | African Queen- the ship cast in a Hollywood |
| beauty. There is an artificial coral reef--Spiegel | | | | movie starring Bogart and Hepburn. |
| Grove, which is 510 feet long and also the only | | | | The Everglades is an ecosystem spread over 1.5 |
| living coral reef in the Continental United States. | | | | million acres. There are more than 300 species of |
| Places and Activities | | | | fauna found here - all existing in a delicate balance |
| There are some unique features found in Key | | | | with each other. |
| Largo. The major attractions are the Everglades | | | | There is also a casino cruise and a motor tour |
| National Park, African Queen, Jacobs Aquatic | | | | facility. |
| Center, Airboat tours and Under Sea Park. | | | | All these contribute towards a peaceful life with |
| There is plenty of fishing. You can choose a | | | | no tension whatsoever. There is a definite |
| fishing charter and exhibit your talents as an | | | | "change in latitude and change in attitude" too. |
| angler. If you dive or snorkel, you are sure to find | | | | |