St Augustine, an ancient Spanish town on the east coast of Florida, now the capital of St John's county, stands on Matanzas Sound, 2 miles from the Atlantic and 37 miles by rail SSE. of Jacksonville. It was founded in 1565, and is the oldest town in the United States. Its mild and equable climate renders it a favourite winter-resort for invalids. It is a Roman Catholic bishop's see, and contains a cathedral and convent; and it has also a Peabody Institute. Pop. 2300.
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