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Introductin to Coral Gables
South Florida
Information about attractions, activities, hotels, restaurants,
and shopping, in the city of Coral Gables, South Florida.
Coral Gables is a beautiful city near Miami Florida
with tree lined streets, luxurious homes, inland waterways, historic buildings,
and many gardens and parks.
HISTORY OF CORAL GABLES
It began as a carefully planned
community founded by George Merrick in 1925. He had a vision
of building a perfect Mediterranean style community and even today
the town is famous for its aesthetic regulations.
George Merrick began selling land in what would later be
the city of coral Gables in 1921. Over the next few
years he invested millions of dollars in building
streets, inland waterways, foundations, golf courses,
country clubs, and the Biltmore Hotel.
IMPORTANT CENTER FOR THE ARTS
Coral Gables is an important cultural center with a large
number of theater performances, art galleries, and fine
restaurants.
UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI
That same year the University
of Miami was built on 240 acres of land
about two miles south of downtown Coral Gables.
DOWNTOWN AREA
The downtown area is a pedestrian friendly area
four blocks wide and two miles long
and a free trolley service transports shoppers up and down
Ponce de Leon Boulevard.
FACTS:
Located about 4 miles
from Miami International Airport.
Population in 2005 was approximately 43,000
and the racial mix is about 90% caucasian.
Incorporated city in Miami-Dade County.
The schools in Coral Gables are part of the Miami-Dade
School District, including Coral Gables High School.
Coral Gables Free Trolley
Sister Cities to Coral Gables
Activities in Coral Gables
Attractions in Coral Gables
Events in Coral Gables
Hotels in Coral Gables
Photos of Coral Gables
Pictures of several historic sites in
Coral Gables including the
luxurious Biltmore Hotel
the first church in Coral Gables, and
the Venetian Pool and Casino.
Restaurants in Coral Gables
Transportation in Coral Gables
Web Sites About Coral Gables
Resources for Coral Gables Residents
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