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Tarpon Springs, Florida
Sponge Capital of the World

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The city of Tarpon Springs — named for a great fish, the Tarpon, found frequently off shore — has much more to offer than just its sponge heritage, although that plays a huge part in how the city has evolved over the years.

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  1. Tarpon Springs, FloridaBoats at Sponge Docks in Tarpon Springs, Florida.
  2. Tarpon Springs, FloridaSponge docks in Tarpon Springs, Florida.
  3. Tarpon Springs, FloridaShops at Sponge Docks in Tarpon Springs, Florida
  4. Tarpon Springs, FloridaTarpon Springs shops in sponge dock area.
  5. Tarpon Springs, FloridaTheo's Restaurant in Tarpon Springs, Florida.
  6. Tarpon Springs, FloridaThe Sponge Exchange in Tarpon Springs
  7. Tarpon Springs, FloridaMosaic at Sponge Exchange in Tarpon Springs
  8. Tarpon Springs, FloridaShops at The Sponge Exchange in Tarpon Springs
  9. Tarpon Springs, FloridaDisplay of sponge diving boat at The Sponge Exchange in Tarpon Springs.
  10. Tarpon Springs, FloridaTarpon Springs Aquarium in Tarpon Springs, Florida.
  11. Tarpon Springs, FloridaTarpon Springs Aquarium and shops.
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