Key West

Key West is an island city in Monroe County, Florida, United States. It is the southernmost city on the U.S mainland and also the westernmost of all U.S cities that are connected to a continental highway system (U.S 1). The city lies at the tip of Florida Keys archipelago chain and has been nicknamed “the Conch Republic” for its unique culture which combines elements from both North America and Caribbean cultures with some Cuban influences as well.

The population was 25,481 according to 2019 estimates making it one of only two inhabited islands in all of Monroe County along with Stock Island northeast near Key West harbor entrance channel . Both together make up what constitutes “Unincorporated Monroe county” where most locals call home . In terms of geographical area , key west consists mostly low-lying terrain making it susceptible to sea level rise due to climate change flooding events have become more frequent over time causing erosion problems affecting infrastructure such as roads resulting several measures being taken by local government mitigate future damage including building protective seawalls around vulnerable parts coastline

In addition economic activities like tourism commercial fishing boat charters play big role key wests economy contributing significantly overall GDP state florida located roughly miles away miami international airport provides easy access different areas world around million tourists visiting each year large number them attracted annual festivals held there such fantasy fest carnival conch republic celebration commemorate secessionist spirit inhabitants popular attractions include Ernest Hemingway Home Museum Duval Street Mallory Square Sunset Celebration Jimmy Buffetts Margaritaville Cafe Sloppy Joes Bar among others Originally named Cunninghams Cay after British naval officer John Cuningham who discovered small cay 1765 spanish renamed San Juan Bautista later anglicized name changed current day recognizing importance strategic location US navy during war independence 1821 American troops occupied under control Andrew Jackson becoming part union 1865 became incorporated 1895 but not officially granted full municipal status until 1925 shortly afterwards construction began build overseas railway connecting vermont canada line completed 1912 allowing cargo passenger trains travel between these points first road connection constructed 1938 providing direct link mainland united states today essential part transportation network linking keys their main land port everglades national park just south west coast famous attraction itself offers many recreational options visitors alike enjoy camping kayaking snorkeling bird watching hiking etc need say much about beautiful beaches clear waters surround this tropical paradise truly sight behold anyone fortunate enough witness natural splendor landscapes sunsets spanning horizon breathtaking experience lasting memories made here especially chosen destination those seeking adventure relaxation seclusion whatever preference looking within reach without having go too far away shores consider getting lost midst beauty charm awaits somewhere down below