Known as the “Venice of America”, Fort Lauderdale is a city in Broward County, Florida, United States. Situated on the southeast coast of Florida, centrally located between Miami and Palm Beach Fort Lauderdale encompasses more than 33 square miles with a population of nearly 180,000. Fort Lauderdale is the largest of Broward County's 30 municipalities and the seventh largest city in Florida. Fort Lauderdale truly lives up to its designation as the "Venice of America" embraced by the Atlantic Ocean, New River and a myriad of scenic inland waterways.
Built on the banks of New River in 1838, the City of Fort Lauderdale is named for a Second Seminole War fortification. It is one of the most desirable locations for new, expanding or relocating businesses; it has established itself as a world-class international business center. The semi-tropical climate naturally blesses the city with rich natural beauty and array of cultural, entertainment and educational amenities which make it favorable to visit any time of the year. You can visit the Broward Center for the Performing Arts, Museum of Discovery and Science, Museum of Art and Old Fort Lauderdale Village and Museum in the city.
The City looks forward to continuing to build upon its success to meet the challenges of the 21st Century and beyond as Fort Lauderdale is a great place to live, work and raise a family.
