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Clearwater Florida is the perfect amount of sunshine and fresh air; the world record book awarded Clearwater with the longest consecutive days of sunshine in a 361-day calendar year. Also, in 2012 CBS money watch listed Clearwater as top ten best to retire.
Festivals can be enjoyed in this nice weather and are a popular attraction for locals and visitors. A recent festival is the Sugar Sand festival where sand sculptures become a competition and a work of art. The Fun in the Sun festival is another popular festival that occurs in the spring; music and art is enjoyed.
Along with art and festivals, wildlife such as dolphins is of abundance. Dolphin watching can be enjoyed in multiple locations such as the Clearwater Beach Marina and Dream Catcher Explorations. Tours occur daily and interactive services are available. Scuba diving is also an option for those who enjoy getting close and personal with the deep sea. Two Shea Scuba offers scuba diving, spear fishing, and off shore fishing. Another fun water attraction is the Captain Memo’s Pirate Cruise in which all age groups can experience a day in the life of a pirate.
Clearwater isn’t just fun and games; Clearwater is the World’s spiritual headquarters. Flag is located in Clearwater, Florida and is the center of Scientology. Flag is a religious retreat and scientologists from all over the world come to be a part of this organization. Along with being a spiritual place to live, Clearwater will always hold a special place in the heart of U.S soldiers. Developed in early 1900s as a home for the U.S confederate army during World War II and became a major training boot camp for U.S soldiers.
Fast Facts
State: Florida
County: Brevard
Founded: 1889
Incorporated: 1925
Population: 107,685
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