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Art Deco District
1001 Ocean Dr., Miami Beach, FL 33139, Tel: (305) 672-2014
http://www.artdecoweekend.com/
Stretching over one square mile in Miami Beach, the District is known for the 800 buildings designed in the distinctive architectural style of the 1930s. Famous for the architectural style, these buildings have restored the original beauty and the style, beauty and pastel splendor. Attracting thousands of tourists every year, the architectural history of the buildings interests many. Some of the interesting architectural delights include the buildings inspired by space travel and modern tropical living. Also visit the Art Deco Museum that is presently featuring a collection of Nautcal Art Deco artifacts, on loan from the Steamship Historical Society of Americas Boomerangs. The Flamingo Park District provides an introduction to Art Deco, Mediterranean Revival and the Miami Beach Architectural Historic District. Another feature not to be missed is the private gardens highlighting the rare flora & fauna, many species of palms, and exquisite water features.
The Art Deco Welcome Center, (1001 Ocean Dr., (305) 672-2014) introduces visitors to the historic District, by providing literature as well as walking tours. These tours depart from the Center on Saturday at 10:30am, Thursday at 6:30pm or by special requests for large groups.
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Vizcaya Museum & Gardens
3251 S. Miami Ave., Miami, FL 33129, Tel: (305) 250-9133
http://www.vizcayamuseum.org/
Built in 1916, this Italian Renaissance-style villa built was initially the residence of Chicago industrialist James Deering, Vizcaya's. The well maintained beautiful garden with the fountains that spreads over 10 acres of land in it make it a perfect venue to conduct the wedding. The home turned into a museum has beautifully done up 34 rooms furnished with the 15th- to 19th-century furniture and other art forms. These rooms wich provide with the excellent ocean view take you back in the history. All of them are decorated in the Renaissance, Baroque, Rococo and Neoclassic styles.
Time: 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. daily (ticket booth closes at 4:30);
Gardens open until 5:30 p.m;$10 adults, $5 children 6-12;
Free for children under 5
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Ancient Spanish Monastery
16711 W. Dixie Hwy., North Miami Beach, FL 33160,
Tel:(305) 945-1462
One of the oldest European structures in the Western Hemisphere, the monastery was erected in Spain in 1141. It was reconstructed on its present site in 1952 after William Randolph Hearst brought it to the United States in pieces. Located in the downtown North Miami Beach, the monastery shares a very low profile in the area but it is one of the most beautiful structures seen.
Timings: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday-Saturday, noon to 4 p.m. Sundays.
Entry: $4.50 adults, $1 children 12 and younger, $2.50 students with ID
& seniors.
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