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Have you visited these South Florida landmarks? Take a look at strange and popular places

South Florida is more than the ocean.

From the quirky Pegasus sculpture to iconic locations like the Freedom Tower and Stiltsville, these landmarks highlight Miami's unique character.

Cultural hubs like Wynwood Walls and historic treasures such as Vizcaya Museum show the city’s dedication to art and architecture.

Let's take a tour through the region's must-see landmarks.

The summary above was drafted with the help of AI tools and edited by journalists in our News division. All stories below were reported, written and edited by McClatchy journalists.

The Guitar Hotel and pool at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, near Hollywood. By Courtesy The Guitar Hotel, Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino

NO. 1: WHAT ARE THE STRANGEST MIAMI LANDMARKS? TAKE A LOOK AT THESE DURING YOUR TRAVELS

Visited any of them? | Published February 5, 2024 | Read Full Story by Miami Herald Archives

The arch, seen in 2005, at the entrance to Sunshine State Industrial Park. By Patrick Farrell

NO. 2: HAVE YOU SEEN THIS GIANT ARCH OFF A MIAMI HIGHWAY? TAKE A LOOK AT THE QUIRKY LANDMARK

What is it and how did it come to be? | Published April 17, 2024 | Read Full Story by Miami Herald Archives

A beautiful beach with luxurious amenities and water adventures is part of the allure of Fort Lauderdale and the Four Seasons Hotel & Residences. By Bronwyn Knight

NO. 3: DISCOVER FORT LAUDERDALE’S SOPHISTICATED SIDE AS A VACATION DESTINATION

Whether you’re looking for bites on the beach or a luxury hotel, this itinerary for Fort Lauderdale has you covered. | Published April 30, 2024 | Read Full Story by Angela Caraway-Carlton

NO. 4: NEED A BUCKET LIST WHEN YOU VISIT MIAMI’S BEST-KNOWN AREAS? TAKE A LOOK AT THIS

Here’s a guide to hitting some hot spots in South Florida. | Published July 25, 2024 | Read Full Story by Miami Herald Archives

This report was produced with the help of AI tools, which summarized previous stories reported and written by McClatchy journalists. It was edited by journalists in our News division.