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The population of Orlando is approximately 213,223 (2005).
The amount of land area in Orlando is 174.218 sq. kilometers.
Orlando elevation is 106 feet above sea level. The Orlando median home price is $103,200 (2000). Orlando miscellany. Return to Index Orlando location: in central Florida about 84 miles from Tampa. Other nearby communities include Holden Heights, Edgewood, Conway, Pine Castle, Fairview Shores, Winter Park, Belle Isle and Oak Ridge.
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The weather in Orlando is comfortable. Here is a weather page for Orlando.
Orlando history: Around 1838, Fort Gatlin was built by the U.S. Army to protect the local settlers from Indian attacks. A little settlement grew up around the fort and by 1840 was known as Jemigan for the family that founded the community. It had an official post office by 30 May 1850. The name was changed to Orlando in 1856 with the post office making their official change in 1857. Incorporation occurred for Orlando in 1875. The naming story of Orlando is unclear with several stories as to the name origin. One of the most common concerns a group of soldiers during the Seminole Wars. After pushing the Indians back into the swamps on the eastern side of Lake Minnie (Cherokee), the group settled in for the night leaving as sentinel Orlando Reeves. He saw a floating log and realizing the Indian disguise, fired his gun to warn the troops. Unfortunately, he was immediately killed by arrows, but the troops were warned and the ambush foiled. He was buried on the south side of Lake Eola. Another story has Judge James Speer naming Orlando for the character of the same name in the Shakespearean play, “As You Like It.” Still another story also has Speer naming the city. He was instrumental in having Orlando named the county seat and desired to name the city after a man who worked for him with the name of Orlando. Here is a history page for Orlando. The History Center Orlando attractions: This area is home to Walt Disney World with its seven theme park areas. Other areas of Orlando to see are: SeaWorld Orlando, Universal Studios Florida, Harry P. Leu Botanical Gardens, Mystery Fun House and the museums in Loch Haven Park. Sea World Walt Disney World Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort Complex Orlando Attractions Mennello Museum of American Art Harry P. Leu Gardens Orlando Fire Museum Orlando, Florida is home to the Orlando Magic of the NBA Book your travel arrangements now on Expedia.com Return to Index
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