Most Photographed Street

Magnolia Avenue is a must see when visiting St. Augustine. National Geographic rates it as one of the most photographed streets in the United States. The magnolias for which the street is named died out many years ago and the majestic oaks have taken over and are now adorned with the air plant-Spanish Moss. This street runs along side the Fountain of Youth named for Ponce de Leon's great discovery! Drinking of the water at the Fountain of Youth was reported to add longevity to ones life but the only truly long lived resident of St. Augustine is the "Senator" a huge, sprawling, 600 year old oak tree that lives nearby! Be sure to make time to visit all three of these attractions on your next visit.

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Bridge of Lions

Most of us have been waiting patiently for the reopening of the Bridge of Lions which officially occurred on March 17, 2010. The bridge was originally built in the 1920's during the Florida boom. In 1976 it was recognized by the American Society of Civil Engineers as one of the most significant bridges in Florida and in 1997 it was placed on the National Trust of Historic Preservation's list of "America's 11 Most Endangered Historic Structures." The newly restored bridge with its graceful arches and tile-roofed towers appears to the eye to look like a brand new bridge. There is still one thing missing--the return of the marble lions that grace the western entrance to the bridge. We hope to see their return soon.

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Jacksonville Zoo

During Spring Break we took a trip to the Jacksonville Zoo with grandson Luke and his mother, Agatha. There is so much there to entertain a young child that we would suggest you plan to spend the day. Be sure to bring water bottles and snacks for everyone. Where to start? Of course the train that encircles the zoo is everyones favorite and you can ride it as many times as you wish during the day. During the really hot days of summer we suggest you make a stop at the Play Park where children can find their way through two mazes, then climb, jump and get wet in the Splash Ground. The Jaguar exhibit is a particular favorite as is the Giraffe Overlook where your child or you can feed the giraffes. Want to see, touch and feed a stingray? You can do just that at Stingray Bay with Sharks (additional cost of $2 for children, adults and seniors. Food for the stingrays is $1) Maybe you'd enjoy spending time gazing at the lions, the elephants or the zebras. Be sure you locate the Penguin Exhibit (new this year) and the rare giant otters at the back of the Avia

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