Subsequent mapmakers further misunderstood this to be the Latin translation of the god Jupiter, and they anglicized the name from Jove to 'Jupiter. It inspired a neighboring town to name itself, "Juno Beach".
The most notable landmark is the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse, completed in Made of brick, it was painted red in due to discoloration caused by humidity. But the city is fun and undeniably alive. Read More about Jupiter. Downtown is fairly average with the usual glass skyscrapers. Inland to the west the area sprawls with low to mid-sized commercial buildings and housing, until ending abruptly at the Everglades.
Wealthy retirees and others escaping the northeast winters have established themselves on Miami Beach, the high-rise-studded barrier island to the east, or to Coral Gables and Kendall just to the south. The planned Coral Gables is quite upscale, while Kendall is more middle class, and all suburbs to the south are a rich and unusual combination of wealthy and middle class U.
Inland areas are much warmer and less comfortable. Covering almost all buildable land, the vast and mostly middle-class residential areas continue to sprawl 25 miles to the south to Homestead.
Hurricane Andrew, one of the most devastating hurricanes on record, made a nearly successful attempt to reclaim Homestead and surrounding areas for nature in Other hurricanes have had major effects on property insurance premiums and availability. To the north, residential and light-commercial developments merge with Fort Lauderdale and its suburbs to the west.
There is no shortage of things to do in Miami- indoors or outdoors. Water and beach recreation are superb, and Latin-accented nightlife goes on everywhere. Professional and college sports are a passion. There is a good assortment of museums and performing-arts amenities. Air service is excellent everywhere particularly to international destinations. The Cost of Living Index is high and growing as home prices rise, but varies considerably by location within the area.
Crime rates are among the highest in the nation for a big city. Average commute times- almost 33 minutes- are the worst in Florida. Taken together, the city offers world-class activities and an interesting cultural mix at a cost of crowding and safety. Miami lies on a level coastal plain. The view of Jupiter Inlet and Jupiter Island is magnificent. Some of the wealthiest families in the United States live on Jupiter Island. This barrier island stretches north from Jupiter inlet. A road along the ocean offers some views of the ocean, but most homesites are heavily landscaped and extremely private.
The community on the north side of the inlet is known as Jupiter Inlet Colony. For many years one of it's best known and best loved residents was the singer Perry Como. He regularly attended church in the nearby town of Tequesta, and died in at the age of The mainland around Jupiter is also beautiful, with many upscale golfing and boating communities.
There are many fine shops and restaurants to keep you busy for a long time. The tower was first lit in and has a wonderful view of Jupiter Inlet, the Intracoastal Waterway and the Atlantic Ocean. The station is credited with providing information that led to the sinking of more than 60 German submarines that had been torpedoing Allied ships along the Atlantic coast in The lighthouse is on a large property that also includes nature walks and various scenic events such as lighthouse sunset and moonrise tours.
More Travel Ideas. Popular Links. Florida Webcams. Toll Roads Info. Travel Guides. Peter W. In Jupiter, you can experience beautiful beaches, luxury amenities and an easygoing lifestyle.
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