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Broward County, Florida

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A beautiful aerial view of a sunset over Sunrise, Florida, with the Everglades glowing in the background.

Broward County is a special place in the state of Florida, in the United States. It is part of a big area called the Fort Lauderdale metropolitan area. This county is very busy and full of people, being the second most crowded after Miami-Dade County.

The biggest city here is [Fort Lauderdale](/wiki/Fort Lauderdale). Broward County is known for being very different, with people from many places around the world living together. It also has a strong economy, meaning lots of jobs and businesses.

Long ago, around 12,000 years back, the Tequesta people lived in this area. They enjoyed fishing and gathering food. Broward County was created on April 30, 1915, and was named after Napoleon Bonaparte Broward, a past governor of Florida. Before that, small towns like Dania and Pompano were already there, and then Fort Lauderdale joined in 1911. After its creation, the county grew very fast, especially after World War II.

Broward County is close to the Atlantic Ocean and the Everglades, which makes it a beautiful place to live and visit. It covers about 1,323 square miles, with lots of land and some water.

People love visiting Broward County for its lovely beaches, fun parks, and interesting museums. You can explore places like the Bonnet House Museum & Gardens in Fort Lauderdale or enjoy nature at Butterfly World in Coconut Creek. There are also many places to shop, eat, and watch shows.

Traveling around is easy with airports like Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport, buses, and many roads. The county has over 30 cities and towns, each with its own special charm. Whether you like the beach, nature, or learning about history, Broward County has something for everyone!

Images

A nighttime view of the Fort Lauderdale skyline from the 17th St Causeway.
A tall water tower standing in Hollywood, Florida, showing the city's infrastructure.
A peaceful neighborhood along the Tarpon River in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
A beautiful view of the pier at Dania Beach, Florida, showing the waterfront and coastal scenery.
A sunny day at Las Olas Beach in Fort Lauderdale, where families and tourists enjoy the sandy shores and clear waters.
A view of Sawgrass Mills, a popular shopping mall in Florida.
The BB&T Center, a large arena building located in Sunrise, Florida.
A view of buildings and boats in Pompano Beach, Florida.
Portrait of Napoleon B. Broward, a former governor of Florida.
A beautiful view of the Fort Lauderdale harbor with boats and waterfront buildings.
A diagram showing the estimated ethnic origins of people in Broward County, Florida in 2021.
The main campus building of Broward College in Pembroke Pines, Florida.
The Main House of Bonnet House Museum & Gardens in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
The Stranahan House in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, is one of the oldest structures in the city and offers a glimpse into the past.

Related articles

Florida
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Miami-Dade County, Florida
World War II
Atlantic Ocean

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