Fort Lauderdale, Florida

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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https://smallwhale.org/articles/fort-lauderdale--florida

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1. Where is Fort Lauderdale, Florida?Coastal city in Broward County, Florida, situated on the Atlantic Ocean
2. How many people live in Fort Lauderdale, Florida?182,760 (2020 census)
3. How big is Fort Lauderdale, Florida?Approximately 36 square miles of land
4. What is the capital of Fort Lauderdale, Florida?Fort Lauderdale is the county seat of Broward County
5. When was Fort Lauderdale, Florida built?1838 (as a fort), incorporated 1911
6. What is Fort Lauderdale, Florida known for?Being the 'Venice of America' and the 'yachting capital of the world'

Inland Waterways: Navigable channels of water within a landmass, crucial for transportation, commerce, and recreation in Fort Lauderdale.
Yachting Capital of the World: A designation reflecting Fort Lauderdale's global leadership in the luxury boat industry, with a high concentration of yachts and marinas.
Port Everglades: A major deep-water port in Broward County, serving as a significant hub for cruise ship passengers and cargo, ranking third globally for cruises.
Avionics: The electronic systems used in aircraft and spacecraft, representing a key sector in Fort Lauderdale's diversified high-technology economy.