Planning to go to Key West, Florida but not quite sure what places to visit? There is a high probability that people visiting Florida are unaware of the places that they need to visit for sightseeing because of the high variety and population of attractive places to visit. It is imperative that you plan your trip beforehand and keep in mind all the various places that you can visit, and accordingly make your reservations. The Key West Lighthouse has existed for a little more than 120 years and has been witness to the most breath-taking scenic beauty of all time. There is a profound display of artifacts, antique and unique furnishings as well as maps and photos in the Keeper’s Quarters just with the Key West Lighthouse. The Lighthouse was originally built in 1825 in order to aid ships entering the port in avoiding hazardous reefs. The Lighthouse is a must-visit if you intend to explore the beauteous and marvelous scenes of Florida and Key West.

Visiting the Lighthouse and Museum

The museum located at 938 Whitehead Street has a beautifully kept and updated Key West Lighthouse as well as the Keeper’s Quarters Museum, which by itself remains a remarkable landmark on this island. Charging a small sum of an admission fee, the museum allows guests from 9:30 AM till 4:30 PM. This is the timing for every day until Christmas arrives. Proving to be a testament to maritime history, the Lighthouse and the museum make a beautiful place in this area. The museum contains first-order Fresnel lens from the Sombrero Key Lighthouse, which was decommissioned on its own and it also honors the lives of all the men and women who kept up and maintained the Lighthouse up until the late 19^th century. While visiting the Lighthouse, the visitors can climb up 88 iron clad steps in order to have a bird’s eye view possessing all of Key West within itself. While visiting the museum and the Lighthouse, you will find that there are a few other interesting and captivating attractions that may engage you even further. For example, the Ernest Hemingway House and Museum, which was the home of the famous and acclaimed author Ernest Hemingway. The house provides an insider look into his house and way of life.

Another attraction is the Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory contains 50 species of colorful and beautiful creatures and it also contains tropical birds along with waterfalls and green gardens.

Conclusion

Thus, it can be concluded that the Key West Lighthouse is a beautiful and interesting place to visit, only if you have an interest in historical information and places that provide you with historical data. …

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