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Ponce de León Hotel. According to a historical marker, "This magnificent structure was erected between 1885 and 1887 by Henry M. Flagler, the hotel and railroad magnate whose activities contributed greatly to the development of Florida's eastern coastal area."
Bird's eye view of Alcazar and Cordova Hotels from the Ponce de León Hotel.
The city gates lead to the old town via George Street. According to a sign on the gates, "This gate, opened in 1739, provided the only access through the defense line on the north side of Spanish St. Augustine. Royal engineer Manuel de Hita built these coquina pillars in 1808."
Oldest house in the United States, located on St. Francis Street.
Treasury Street, claimed to be the narrowest street in the U.S.
Oldest frame house (at left) on St. George Street showing the city gates in the distance.
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