About Marianna
The community of Marianna, Florida, which was
established in 1828, became the county seat of
Jackson County in 1829. The city was named after
Mary and Anna, the two daughters of landowner Robert
Beveridge. It was also the site of a small Civil War
battle. Marianna is officially nicknamed "The City
of Southern Charm".
If you are looking for something new, something
different from your past vacations, Marianna,
Florida, could be the ideal destination for you.
There is no way you could get bored there, cause
Marianna has some form of recreational activity for
everyone. You can take cavern tours, go cave diving,
use the hiking, walking, & bicycle trails, go
canoeing, swimming, boating, fishing and much more.
Just to name a few attractions in the area, please
know that Knott House Museum, Wiregrass Museum of
Art, and Museum of Florida History feature exhibits
reflecting the region's heritage. Several historical
sites like the Boll Weevil Monument, and Landmark
Park, are also close to Marianna.
Chattahoochee State Park, Falling Waters State Park,
Three Rivers State Park, and Torreya State Park are
several parks in the area. Marianna Square Shopping
Center is a popular shopping mall so if you are a
shopping addict you may fulfill your passion there.
Florida Caverns State Park, which is also nearby,
has air-filled caves and offers opportunities for
boating, hiking, horseback riding, canoeing,
fishing, kayaking, picnicking, swimming, and
wildlife viewing.
In conclusion, there is no reason you couldn’t be
sure that a vacation in Marianna, Florida, could be
a dream come true.
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