The Tiny Historical Town In Florida That Survived Against All Odds
By Marisa Roman|Published January 18, 2018
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Marisa Roman
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A New Jersey native with over 15 years of writing experience, Marisa has studied at both New York University and Florida International University. She has lived all over the country, including a decade stint in South Florida. Marisa is well-versed in exploration as she travels a good majority of the year in her self-converted Sprinter van. Her articles have been featured in various notable publications over the years, she has a published collection of short stories, and three completed screenplays under her belt.
Florida has some pretty phenomenal small towns peppering the state. For instance, The Most Florida Town Ever And Why You Need To Visit. But there is one particular town—quite historical in nature—that has been nicknamed “The Town that Time Forgot”. In case you’ve never visited this small town in Florida, reading this may just change your mind.
The history behind the small town of Micanopy, Florida is one that deserves ultimate recognition.
With ancient oak trees surrounding the area, draped in beautiful Spanish moss, it’s hard not to appreciate how this town has maintained throughout the years.
Many years later, the Second Seminole War in December 1835 caused massive devastation in Micanopy, especially after the Battle of Micanopy which led to the town to be evacuated and many buildings burned to the ground.
Visitors can wander through the town and learn all about the history of Micanopy and appreciate both the natural beauty and architectural preservation that makes this town what it is.
