Tallahassee, Florida History & Heritage
Tallahassee, Florida is the capital of the Sunshine State, rich in culture and history, reaching back to its first residents, the Apalachee Indians. Visitors from all over the U.S. and from around the world visit Tallahassee not only for business and governmental purposes, but also for its fine dining, eco-tourism, and interesting history. Get to know the heritage of Florida's capital today.Holiday Inn Tallahassee - Capitol Center -
Located just one mile from the Tallahassee Capitol Building and downtown, Holiday Inn Capitol Center offers a comfortable, convenient lodging in the heart of Tallahassee. Guests enjoy room amenities such as complimentary Wi-Fi, premium cable TV channels, and in-room coffee makers. Business travelers to Florida's capital can take advantage of our onsite Business Center for printing documents, and our professional, courteous staff is always on hand to assist with the shipping and receiving of parcels. They can also recommend activities that will help you learn more about Tallahassee, FL and explore its rich history.
Historic Tallahassee, Florida -
As far back at the 16th century, Spanish explorers encountered the Apalachee Indian tribe, which made its home in what is today Tallahassee. In the next century, Christian missionaries established missions throughout Florida, including Mission San Luis, which is a fascinating historic site full of informative, interactive exhibits.In the early 1800s, Tallahassee was chosen as the capital of the Florida territory for its central location between the cities of Pensacola and St. Augustine. During the Civil War, Tallahassee was the only Southern capital to evade capture by the Union Army.
Tallahassee, Florida's Capitol Complex -
The architecture of Florida's central government seat is a mix of Greek revival and modern styles. The 22-story Executive Tower built in the 1970s is flanked by the chambers of the Senate and House in domed buildings on either side. Just in front of this building is the 1902 Historic Capitol building, with a classic rotunda and halls. Inside, visitors will find a museum chronicling Florida State's political history.
