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Interested in some fun facts and history about Fort Myers Beach, FL?
Read on!
1. Fort Myers Beach is the only town in the United States that is located on an island and is connected to the mainland by a bridge.
2. The town was founded in 1885 by Captain Manuel A. Gonzalez, who named it after his hometown of Fort Myers, Florida.
3. The town is home to the world-famous Fort Myers Beach Pier, which was built in 1921 and is the longest pier in Southwest Florida.
4. Fort Myers Beach is home to the annual Shrimp Festival, which is held every April and celebrates the local shrimping industry.
5. The town is also home to several popular beaches, including Bowditch Point Park, Crescent Beach, and Estero Island Beach Park.
6. Fort Myers Beach is a popular destination for tourists from all over the world, with an estimated 2 million visitors each year.
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