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Start the day in Tarpon Springs and learn of
the fascinating story of Greek immigrants who came to this city at
the turn of the 1900's attracted by the area's abundant sponges.
Visit the Tarpon Springs Cultural Center, historic St. Nicholas
Cathedral and even witness a sponge-harvesting demonstration in
local waters.
Head south to the city of Dunedin and enjoy a
history tour through restored streets settled by Scottish
immigrants, named one of the "Most Walkable Downtowns in America"
by Walking magazine.
Move east to the area's first permanent white
settlement in the area – in the Safety Harbor area. Philipe
Park presents the story of Dr. Odet Philipe, reportedly the
personal surgeon of Napoleon, and the person who first established
citrus in Florida. While there, you'll also learn of some of the
area's Native American past.
Head to Heritage Village in the heart of the
St. Petersburg/Clearwater area and discover early area pioneer
life, recreated in authentic detail. This 21-acre, open-air
historical village features 23 structures, many relocated to the
park for preservation.
Head south to Fort DeSoto Park to explore he
perfectly preserved remains of a fort built during the
Spanish-American War to protect the St. Petersburg/Clearwater area.
As you gaze toward the western sunset, you'll see the 1757
lighthouse on Egmont Key where pottery and other artifacts have
been found and dated to more than 2,000 years old. A ferry can take
you out to the island. But alas... that's another day.
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