Ocala, Florida

Ocala is a city located in Marion County, Florida. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 45,943. As of 2004, the population recorded by the U.S. Census Bureau is 48,901 .

Geography

Ocala is located at 29°11'16" North, 82°7'50" West (29.187704, -82.130613){{GR|1}}.

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According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 100.1 km² (38.6 mi²). 100.1 km² (38.6 mi²) of it is land and none of it is covered by water.

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United States Census Bureau - Km² - Mi²

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The surrounding farms are famous for their thoroughbred horses, in terrain similar to Kentucky bluegrass. Ocala is also known for nearby Silver Springs, Florida, site of one of the largest artesian spring formation in the world and one of the earliest tourist attractions in Florida.

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Thoroughbred horse - Kentucky bluegrass - Silver Springs, Florida - Artesian

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Several major highways pass through Ocala, including Interstate 75, U.S. Highway 27, U.S. Highway 301, and U.S. Highway 441. Ocala was on the Western leg of the historic Dixie Highway.

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Interstate 75 - U.S. Highway 27 - U.S. Highway 301 - U.S. Highway 441 - Dixie Highway

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