Saint Augustine is located in the north eastern part of Florida, known as "The First Coast". Founded by the Spanish in 1565 it is the oldest continuously inhabited European settlement in the United States. The first platted streets in America, Aviles, Charlotte and Artillery Lane are here in Saint Augustine. Just outside of Saint Augustine was the first community for ex-slaves. It was founded by the Spanish in 1738 and called Fort Mose. The Cathedral Basilica is the first Catholic parish in North America. The first Catholic Mass was held here on September 8, 1565 at the Mission Nombre de Dios. During this mass the first Thanksgiving was celebrated in the USA history. The first 2 hospitals in the USA were built here: Our Lady of Solitude and Santa Barbara Hospital.
The tallest free standing cross in the United States at 208' is located on the grounds of the Mission of Nombre de Dios and is constructed of stainless Steel. Here is a picture I took of it.
Saint Augustine's "Alligator Farm Zoological Park" is the only park in the world that has all 23 species of crocodilian.
So, come down and see our little city and maybe even take a stroll or drive on the 40 miles of beaches in Saint John's County.
Terry
Awesome! Saw the Alligator farm and went to the REAL Fountain of Youth (I'm actually 110 YO, I only look 52 thanks to the water from the fountain! 
) Terry, there's too much there to tell everybody, they need to come see for themselves. Love your town!!
