United States·The southernmost point of the United States, Key West Island {4}

Upon entering Key West, a lively and leisurely atmosphere hits you. The city's small streets are filled with various souvenir shops, inns, and coffee houses, the most popular of which is a restaurant. This place, known as the southernmost building in the United States, has been visited by as many as 17 U.S. presidents. Walking along Duval Street to the southernmost point of Key West, people will see a painted, top-like 'southernmost point' sign of the United States. It is only 144 kilometers from the opposite coast of Cuba. It is recorded that Cuba's national hero Jose Marti lived in the United States for 15 years. In 1895, he led the Cubans to resist the Spanish colonists, and he personally commanded and participated in the battle, finally sacrificing himself on the front line. It is said that Marti's uprising order was sent back to Cuba from Key West in a cigar. Driving to Key West is a unique experience. Along Highway 1, there are more than 200 kilometers along the way, many places on land are only as wide as the road, and the sea is on both sides of the road. There are many bridges along the way to connect the islands that are too far apart, the longest of which is 11.2 kilometers. People can see the spectacular view of the long bridge across the sea from a long distance. As early as 1905, Key West was the most populous city in Florida, and building a smooth traffic route became a very important project. At that time, American industrial tycoon Henry Flagler formulated an ambitious blueprint, he decided to extend the railway to Key West. Hemingway is one of the most famous writers in the United States, many of his works, such as 'The Snows of Kilimanjaro', were completed in the small town of Key West. Hemingway's former residence in Key West was built in 1851 and is located on Whitehead Street in the small town. Across the street is a tall lighthouse, the light on the tower not only guides the ships at sea, but also helps Hemingway, the often drunk great writer, find his home.