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Bordered to the west by the Gulf of Mexico, the city of Venice, Florida is bathed in sunshine and ocean breezes sitting on Fourteen miles of white sandy beaches from Casey Key to Manasota Key. Venice is known as the Sharks' Tooth Capital of the World, for the abundance of fossilized shark teeth found in the area. Millions of years ago, much of Florida was underwater, and as a result many fossilized shark's teeth and other water life fossils can be found today. Many shark teeth continue to wash ashore as well, making shelling a well-known pastime in Venice. Other favorite activities are scuba diving, parasailing, swimming, surfing, fishing, boating, and golf, as well as a wealth of ongoing art and cultural activities.

Venice is a city with a deep-rooted history, named in 1888 by an early settler's memories of Venice, Italy. Harmonizing with it's name, early architecture of the city reflected the Italian Renaissance style. Preserving its original character, Venice's Architectural Review Board ensures that the traditional Italian architecture is readily seen throughout the city today. At the heart of Venice is the Downtown Historic District, with restored buildings of 1920s vintage now on the National Register of Historic Buildings, combining the best of past and present with a modern outlook.

This scenic stretch of Sarasota County coastline basks in the sun most of the year where temperatures rarely drop below 70 degrees. Along the waters of the coast, dolphins, manatees and sea turtles are frequently sighted. Land wildlife is very diverse. You can find armadillos, gopher turtles, the occasional Florida alligator, as well as many varieties of exotic birds. Venice actively participates in its wildlife preservation. A "dune restoration service" program was adopted to allow the beaches to thrive and grow. Along the Venice jetties to the fishing pier, the beach was widened from 150 to 300 feet. Wooden walkways provide safe and convenient access to the beaches as well as protect the new dunes from foot traffic.

With its casual style and friendly, informal atmosphere, Venice residents revel in the beauty of the natural surroundings amid Florida sun and costal fun.

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