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Miami Condos


50 Biscayne
50 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33132

50 Biscayne

 

Rising 54 stories on Biscayne Bay and in the heart of downtown Miami
50 Biscayne is poised to redefine Miami's downtown. Set across from the 32-acre Bayfront Park, this Sieger Suarez designed tower boasts spectacular water and city views from floor to ceiling glass windows and large continuous glass balconies.
Interiors by the award winning design firm The Rockwell Group
Spectacular pool deck, fitness center, retail/restaurant space and more!


Residences 845 to 1,789 sq ft

Built 2007

50 Biscayne


Designed by J. Scott Architecture, the tower will create an iconic architectural statement of verticality, dramatized by a volume of space that is punched out of the southern facade to create a colonnaded terrace for the pool deck. The abundance of green glass in the facade is accentuated by patina copper detailing at the cornice lines. The ASIA tower will rise 40 stories in height due to the 12 foot standard ceiling height in all residences. Containing just 123 residences, ASIA is boutique building size, with commensurate luxury features that include a striking lobby with grand terrace overlooking the water, private elevators, touch screen lifestyle management technology, multiple pools, private fitness center with state of the art machines, private storage rooms, tennis, valet and concierge.

 

Residences 1,662 to 5,539 sq ft

Built 2007

Asia

Asia
900 Brickell Key Blvd, Miami, FL

Asia


Blue
601 NE 36th St, Miami, FL 33137

Blue

Residences 830 to 2070 sq ft

Built 2005

Blue

Stunning architecture. Exquisite interior design. Dazzling panoramic views. Uptown Miami most stylish new address has it all. Including the most prominent location in the city. Where everyone going crosstown, uptown or downtown passes beneath this brilliant icon on Biscayne Bay.

From the lobby by the bay to the pool deck 100-feet in the sky, Blue sets its own style. Interior Design Hall of Famers Laurinda Spear and Bernando Fort-Brescia created your indoor sanctuaries. While brilliant sunshine, blue skies and turquoise waters decorate your outdoor retreats.

Floor-to-ceiling walls of glass. Balcony views across the bay to the beach and the ocean. City lights and sunsets. Open the door to your home at Blue and you feel like you're living on top of the world. Because you are.


Epic
300 Biscayne Boulevard Way, Miami, FL 33131

Epic

Residences 1,040 - 7,480 sq ft

Built 2008

EPIC Hotel & Residences. A legendary waterfront landmark takes its rightful place in Miami's phenomenal skyline. An address of distinction, becoming of its lineage of more than a century when it arose as a coveted waterfront resort escape attracting the world's most recognized names. Flagler. Rockefeller. Vanderbilt.

The world took notice and soon followed, bringing with it an exhilarating spirit of progress and prosperity, evolving Miami into its unique place as international centre of commerce and style.

EPIC living invites those who would ascend to its legacy. True to form, one, two and three-bedroom waterfront residences, from 1,040 sq. ft. to a magnificent penthouse of 7,480 sq. ft., spare no detail of comfort and luxury.

 

Epic


Everglades On The Bay Set to become one of downtown Miami's centerpieces this two 49-story condominium tower is Miami's new vision of luxury. Located directly in front of the glittering waterfront of Biscayne Bay. Everglades On The Bay will feature ground-floor retail accessible via a walkway that runs through the center of the building, creating a pedestrian-friendly environment on the ground floor with high-end shops, restaurants and services open to the public. Located on the eighth floor is a recreational deck with a several pools overlooking Biscayne Bay.

Residences 557 to 2,014 sq ft

Built 2007

Everglades On The Bay

Everglades On The Bay
442 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33131

Everglades On The Bay


Four Seasons
1425 Brickell Ave, Miami, FL 33131

Four Seasons

 

Residents are always invited to consider Four Seasons Hotel, with its rich complement of amenities, as an extension of their homes. The most dedicated service staff in the world is at your disposal around the clock. Concierge staff, limousine service, personal shopping, catering, in-residence gourmet dining service, housekeeping, dry-cleaning, laundry, pet care and all the other services of the Four Seasons Hotel are available to residents at all times.

Luxury. Privacy. Service. And immediate access to all the amenities of a five-star hotel. Welcome to Four Seasons Residences Miami.

Residences 1,114 - 6,499 sq ft

Built 2004

Four Seasons


On the heels of the hugely successful ICON SOUTH BEACH, The Related Group has once again teamed up with legendary artist PHILIPPE STARCK.

The ICON BRICKELL is a superlative, Ultra-contemporary three tired residential towers community that will redefine and exemplify the essence of city living at the highest level, situated adjacent to the Miami Circle and Brickell Park on 530 up 1000 linear feet of the bay frontage. The Towers will comprise 52 to 60 stories above ground level on a lush 5.2 acre site. The towers will consist of approx. 1800 residences, and the N.E Tower will contain 745 residences. The location is beyond spectacular, the views of Biscayne Bay, the ocean and the Miami Skyline, will illuminate day and night,& night and day

ICON Brickell

ICON Brickell
495 Brickell Avenue, Miami, FL 33131

ICON Brickell

Residences 640 to 1,984 sq ft

Built 2009


Infinity at Brickell
60 SW 13th St Miami, FL 33130

Infinity at Brickell

Residences 508 to 2,388 sq ft

Built 2007

The INFINITY at Brickell is proud to present the latest concept in urban living, SKY-LOFTS. Sky-lofts, both in one-story Flats, and two stories Splits, offer the new freedom of open living in a prestigious and luxurious downtown Miami high rise. SKY-LOFTS are free flowing open spaces where one room flows from one space to another (or onto exterior balconies) by minimizing constraining hallways and walls, and where the sky and outdoors are visually brought indoors, in every residence, through expansive glass walls. Particularly dramatic are the two story living spaces with double height glass offering twice the drama in the Split units.

This twenty first century SKY-LOFT living experience, where volume (ten foot ceiling heights in most spaces and twenty foot ceiling heights in the Splits living room) and spectacular views are unparalleled at heights above Miami (which will be one of the cities highest buildings). Thus, this simplistic design, allowing your vision to gaze into Infinity , has an unbelievable calming effect resulting in a refreshing feeling of freedom.

The INFINITY SKY-LOFTS are wrapped by a spectacular contemporary architectural envelope towering 52-stories high and are complimented by spacious, luxury common amenity space for gatherings, recreation, entertaining, exercising, or relaxation.

Infinity at Brickell


Brickell's Most Luxurious & Lavish Condominium Resort... Jade Residences is a 48-story high-rise offering 326 luxury residences of advanced technology. Enjoy endless Ocean and City Views, state-of-the-art security system, Infinity edge pool, Sauna, steam room, fitness center, European spa, racquetball, concierge services. A resort-style life is awaiting for you. Discover the extraordinary seventh-floor Resort Deck, where 31,200 bay front square feet have been designated to refresh, relax, rejuvenate, inspire and serve you. Units feature as a state-of-the-art kitchen complete with Italian designer cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, wine cooler and cappuccino maker; Luxury baths feature marble vanity tops and tiles. And each residence is equipped with touch-screen communications, security-controlled elevator access and generously high ceilings throughout. Jade will include 9-foot ceilings in tower residences and 18-foot ceilings in bay lofts.

Residences 895 to 3,415 sq ft

Built 2004

Jade Residences at Brickell
1331 Brickell Bay Drive, Miami, FL 33131

Jade Residences at Brickell

Jade Residences at Brickell


Marina Blue
800 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33132

Marina Blue

Soon to be the most dazzling tower on downtown Miami's bay front, MarinaBlue will be a spectacular 60-story curvilinear landmark. This breathtaking blue and green all-glass icon offers its residents magnificent unobstructed panoramic views of the ocean, the city, and the bay.

Spacious 1, 2, and 3-bedroom floorplans including generous penthouses and lofts, are complemented by world-class amenities including the unique and extraordinary SkyBeach. this majestic retreat is fast becoming Biscayne Bay's most desired location for opulent urban living

Residences 900 - 2,200 sq ft

Built 2007

Marina Blue


 

Marquis preconstruction will be a 66 story gorgeous residential tower, with a small boutique style hotel having vast views of Biscayne Bay . Marquis condos will feature 300 units of residential condominium and 50 rooms boutique hotel. Marquis condominium will have a infinity-edge heated pool, 9000sqft. fitness/spa, restaurant, retail shops, covered parking and a long list of ammenities such as room service, 24 hour valet parking, concierge services and housekeeping Arquitectonica designed Marquis residences.

Residences 1,600 - 7,000 sq ft

Built 2007

Marquis Miami

Marquis Miami
1100 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33132

Marquis Miami


Met 1 Miami
(Metropolitan Miami)
301 SE 3rd Ave, Miami, FL 33131

Met One

Introducing Met 1, the Metropolitan Miami Project's first residential tower and a modern interpretation of classic architecture and design. Integral to Met 1 are 447 luxury condominiums that include lofts, tower suites and penthouses. The curved, L-shaped building features magnificent, unobstructed views of Biscayne Bay and the City of Miami and is replete with all the conveniences of home and then some, like fabulous restaurants, hip retail venues and glamorous amenities.

Metropolitan Miami will completely transform downtown into a vibrant, diverse mix of residential, retail, cultural and commercial activity unlike anything miami has ever known. Metropolitan Miami will blend Manhattan's 24-hour lifestyle with Miami's signature tropical setting. the urban location speaks to those who desire a lifestyle that unites architecture, commerce, culture, nature and family.

Residences 605-1,354 sq ft

Built 2007

Met One


Introducing Met 3, the Metropolitan Miami Project's second residential tower and a modern interpretation of classic architecture and design.

As a follow-up to the hugely successful Met 1, Met 3 is part of an integrated complex that will include residences, entertainment and retail. A 45,000 square foot Whole Foods Market is the first of many retail businesses to call Metropolitan Miami home.

Metropolitan Miami will completely transform downtown into a vibrant, diverse mix of residential, retail, cultural and commercial activity unlike anything miami has ever known. Metropolitan Miami will blend Manhattan's 24-hour lifestyle with Miami's signature tropical setting. the urban location speaks to those who desire a lifestyle that unites architecture, commerce, culture, nature and family.

Met Three

Met 3 Miami
(Metropolitan Miami)

301 SE 3rd Ave, Miami, FL 33131

Met Three

Residences 579-1,178 sq ft

Built 2007


Midtown Miami
3110 Ne 2nd Ave, Miami, FL

Midtown Miami

Built 2007

Miami-based Midtown Group plans to build approximately 3,000 condominiums, 140,000 square feet of commercial space, and 150,000 square feet of office space on the site. This will be like a city within a city, says Michael Samuel, a Midtown partner. You will be able to walk downstairs for coffee or a meal, with shopping, office space and a hotel within a few blocks.

Midtown Group has reservations for all 339 units in its first residential building. Two Midtown, and sales for its 379-unit Four Midtown building are slated to begin in early 2005. Both buildings will have ground-floor retail. Another building, Three Midtown, is in the design stage

Midtown Miami


Created by the vaunted Arquitectonica, One Miami will offer some of the most impressive views of both the bay and riverfront. Interiors promise to be just as spectacular with state-of-the-art technology and décor by Yabu Pushelberg. Planned amenities will include business centers, a restaurant and bar from the crème de la crème in the restaurant business, as well as tennis courts, a fitness center and pool area. In an architectural area as influential as Downtown Miami, One Miami promises to be an amazing addition to the work of art that is the Miami skyline.

Residences 507 to 1792 sq ft

Built 2006

One Miami

One Miami
205 S. Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33131

One Miami


Opera Tower
1750 North Bayshore Drive, Miami, FL

Opera Tower

Opera Tower

Rising 60 stories above the bay and Miami skyline, Opera Tower's unique curvilinear architectural shape stands out in the center of all the excitement, all the elegance, all the best downtown Miami has to offer. All Opera Tower units feature oversized terraces curving gracefully around your residence. All around you, are magnificent vistas of Biscayne Bay, South Beach, downtown Miami, the new Performing Arts Center and beyond. Opera Tower, bravura collection of luxurious residences, so exquisitely detailed, so astonishing in their views and so pampering in their state of the art features and amenities, including European style gourmet kitchens with stainless steel appliances and granite counters. Within the Opera tower you'll find every conceivable amenity, an elegant restaurant, outdoor grotto café, dry cleaner, gourmet market, beauty salon and more, ready to perform beyond your expectation.

Residences 503 - 1,048 sq ft

Built 2006


The Paramount brand was created to unify residential / hotel buildings like never before. This luxury living concept will connect residents in all Paramount buildings through our proprietary P:Link wireless technology, give owners access to other multiple building amenities, and include brand equities like our lifestyle magazine 'Paramount Style', our music compilation by world renowned artist Arno Elias from Buddha Bar and global concierge service. In this competitive marketplace, paramount is distinguishing itself by focusing not just the place people choose to call home, but also by changing the way people live."

Residences 1,200 - 2,000 sq ft

Built 2007

Paramount Bay

Paramount Bay
2066 North Bayshore Drive, Miami, FL 33137

Paramount Bay


Plaza on Brickell
901 Brickell Ave Miami, FL 33131

Plaza on Brickell

There's new life on Brickell. It's for everyone who wanted to bottle the South Beach vibe but give it an upscale feel. With a street-level piazza of restaurants and shops, The Plaza at Brickell is more than a home.

With over 30,000 sq. ft. of commercial/retail on the street level, the Plaza will become the new meeting point for work and play, breathing more life and vitality to the financial district. Located in the heart of Brickell, "The Plaza" offers a dynamic lifestyle.

Residences 700 - 1,400 sq ft

Built 2006

Plaza on Brickell


Soaring above Miami's sparkling waters and lush islands, a slender 50-story crystalline tower of dramatic proportion, conceived by international award winning architectural visionary Chad Oppenheim, emerges from the vibrant skyline.

Relax in the 25,000 sf sky garden and soothe body and spirit in the signature Clinique La Prairie Spa. Refresh yourself in the 8 pools including infinity edge sunrise and sunset pools, 2 lap pools and 4 unique plunge pools. Unwind and recharge in pavilions dedicated to aromatherapy, chromotherapy, steam, sauna and rainforest showers or reinvigorate with a workout in the spa's fitness center. Streetside, dine in the fine restaurant, indoors or out. Head over to the private bar and lounge for socializing in a sophisticated setting presented by Michael Capponi. Internationally renowned for his A-list following of celebrity friends and business connections, Michael Capponi will provide exclusive services to the residents including VIP entree into popular clubs, nightspots and travel destinations worldwide.

Residences 886 - 4,879 sq ft

Built 2006

 

Ten Museum Park
1040 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33132

Ten Museum Park

Ten Museum Park


Villa Magna
1201 Brickell Bay Dr, Miami, FL 33131

Villa Magna

Villa Magna

Villa Magna will be built in the last vacant Brickell Bay-front lot overlooking the ocean in the heart of Brickell, Miami's Financial District. The convenient location is situated amid 12th Street and Brickell Bay Drive, between the Jade and the Mark. Villa Magna will consist of two towers 62 and 63-stories respectively with a total of 787 residences. 703 Tower residences and 84 two-story Bayfront Townhome Lofts. Both towers will enjoy magnificent views of the ocean and the city.

It will be luxurious construction with an infinity pool in between the two towers; a high tech gym and other amenities. Units will feature marble floors in the kitchen and bathrooms, top of the line kitchens appliances and cabinetry, and will be released decorator ready.

Residences 900 - 2,400 sq ft

Built 2010




  Miami , Florida
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

This article is about the section of Miami Beach known as South Beach. For more options see South Beach (disambiguation).

Miami is a major city in southeastern Florida, in the United States. It is the county seat of Miami-Dade County. Miami is a gamma world city with an estimated population of 404,048. It is the largest city within the South Florida metropolitan area, which is the largest metropolitan area in the Southeastern United States with 5.4 million people. Miami and its surrounding cities make up the fifth largest urban area in the United States.[1]

Miami's importance as an international financial and cultural center has elevated Miami to the status of world city. Because of Miami's cultural and linguistic ties to North, South, and Central America, as well as the Caribbean, Miami is many times referred to as "The Gateway of the Americas." Florida's large Spanish-speaking population and strong economic ties to Latin America also make Miami and the surrounding region an important center of the Hispanic world.

Miami is also home to one of the largest, most influential ports in the United States, the Port of Miami. The port is often called the "Cruise Capital of the World" and the "Cargo Gateway of the Americas". It has retained its status as the number one cruise/passenger port in the world for well over a decade accommodating the largest cruise ships and the major cruise lines.

Today, Miami is undergoing a massive building boom that ranks second worldwide (and first in the United States) for the most buildings under construction that will be over 492 feet (150 m), with over 24 of such buildings currently under construction. Miami's skyline also currently ranks third in the U.S. behind New York City and Chicago (18th in the world) according to the 2006 Almanac of Architecture and Design.[2] Including other nearby neighborhoods and cities, the Miami area has over 80 highrise towers under construction, such as the Biscayne Wall in Downtown Miami, a row of skyscrapers being built along the west side of Biscayne Boulevard. Miami currently has the five tallest skyscrapers in the state of Florida with the tallest being the Four Seasons Hotel & Tower.[3]

At 35.68 square miles (92 km²) of land area, Miami is the second smallest primary city of an urban area of one million or more in the U.S. (after Providence, Rhode Island, at 18.5 square miles (48 km²)).[4] This represents a major gap in the rank of the city, and urban area: The Urban Area is ranked at #5, the city is ranked 38 places lower at #43. The difference between the Urban and Metro population is very small, only 544,821. This is mainly due to the fact that Miami's urban area is built on a very narrow, linear area, and is blocked on the east and west by ocean and national park, respectively. This gives the city an very unusual layout compared to other American cities.

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The heart of Downtown Miami as seen on February 2, 2007.  The ongoing construction throughout the city, as depicted here, has inspired popular opinion suggesting Miami has become a prime example of "manhattanization". Right of center in this image is the Freedom Tower, a historic landmark.
The heart of Downtown Miami as seen on February 2, 2007. The ongoing construction throughout the city, as depicted here, has inspired popular opinion suggesting Miami has become a prime example of "manhattanization". Right of center in this image is the Freedom Tower, a historic landmark.
Fireworks display over downtown Miami on American Independence Day, 7-4-07
Fireworks display over downtown Miami on American Independence Day, 7-4-07

Miami is one of the country's most important financial centers. It is the major center of regional commerce, and boasts a strong international business community. According to the ranking of world cities undertaken by the Globalization and World Cities Study Group & Network (GaWC) and based on the level of presence of global corporate service organizations, Miami is considered a "Gamma World City."

Because of its proximity to Latin America, Miami serves as the headquarters of Latin American operations for over 1400 multinational corporations, including American Airlines, Cisco, Disney, Exxon, FedEx, Microsoft, Oracle, SBC Communications, Sony, and Visa International. Several large companies are headquartered in or around Miami, including but not limited to: Alienware, AutoNation, Bacardi, Brightstar Corporation, Burger King, Carnival Cruise Lines, Citrix Systems, DHL, Norwegian Cruise Lines, Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines, Ryder Systems, and Spirit Airlines. Miami International Airport and the Port of Miami are among the nation's busiest ports of entry, especially for cargo from South America and the Caribbean. Additionally, downtown Miami has the largest concentration of international banks in the country. Miami was also the host city of the 2003 Free Trade Area of the Americas negotiations, and is one of the leading candidates to become the trading bloc's headquarters.

The Port of Miami, the largest container port in Florida, as well as the "Cruise Capital of the World" and "Cargo Gateway of the Americas".
The Port of Miami, the largest container port in Florida, as well as the "Cruise Capital of the World" and "Cargo Gateway of the Americas".

Tourism is also an important industry: the beaches of Greater Miami draw visitors from across the country and around the world, and the Art Deco nightclub district in South Beach (in Miami Beach) is widely regarded as one of the most glamorous in the world. However, it is important to note that Miami Beach is not a part of the city of Miami. Even major TV networks sometimes forget this, as when Good Morning America visited Miami Beach and Charles Gibson thanked the mayor of Miami (but he was standing next to the mayor of Miami Beach). In addition to these roles, Miami is also an industrial center, especially for stone quarrying and warehousing.

Miami is the home to the National Hurricane Center and the headquarters of the United States Southern Command, responsible for military operations in Central and South America.

Miami has also served as host venue for legendary legal proceedings, most notably the $145 Billion verdict leveled against the nation's 5 largest cigarette manufacturers. This case was a class action on behalf of all afflicted Florida smokers and their families, represented by a prominent and successful Miami-raised husband and wife legal team, Stanley and Susan Rosenblatt.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, in 2004, Miami had the third highest incidence of family incomes below the federal poverty line in the United States, making it the third poorest city in the USA, ahead only by Detroit, Michigan(ranked #1) and El Paso, Texas (ranked #2.) In 2002, Miami had the highest poverty rate.

Miami is also one of the least affordable places to live, with the median percentage of housing costs as a percentage of income was 42.8%; the national average was 27%. Miami ranks twelfth among least affordable cities for home ownership.[19]

As of 2005, the Miami area is witnessing its largest real estate boom since the 1920s. The newly created Midtown Miami, having well over a hundred approved construction projects is an example of this.[20]

In August 2007, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development attempted to take control of Miami-Dade County's housing agency, citing mismanagement of housing programs and a poor record keeping of the agency's finances.[21] These attempts are halted, pending a ruling on a preliminary injunction request by the county; non-binding mediation has also been mandated over the issue.[22]

See also: List of foreign consulates in Miami.

[edit] People and culture

[edit] Population

Historical Populations
Census Pop.  %±
1990 358,548
–
2000 362,470 1.1%
Est. 2006 404,048 [23] 11.5%

A map of Miami from 1955

 

A map of Miami from 1955
Authentic Cuban dish of ropa vieja (shredded flank steak in a tomato sauce base), black beans, yellow rice, plantains and fried yuca with beer.
Authentic Cuban dish of ropa vieja (shredded flank steak in a tomato sauce base), black beans, yellow rice, plantains and fried yuca with beer.

Miami is the 43rd most populous city in the U.S. The metropolitan area, which includes Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties, with a combined population of more than 5.4 million people, ranks sixth in the United States,[1] behind Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX and is the largest metropolitan area in the Southeastern United States. As of the census of 2000, there were 362,470 people, 134,198 households, and 83,336 families residing in the city. The population density was 10,160.9/mi² (3,923.5/km²), making Miami one of the more densely populated cities in the country. There were 148,388 housing units at an average density of 4,159.7/mi² (1,606.2/km²). The racial makeup of the city is as follows:

In terms of national origin and/or ethnic origin, the city is 34.1% Cuban, 22.3% African American, 5.6% Nicaraguan, 5.0% Haitian, 3.6% Puerto Rican and 3.3% Honduran. In 2004, the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) ranked Miami first in terms of percentage of residents born outside of the country it is located in (59%), followed by Toronto (43%).

There were 134,198 households out of which 26.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 36.6% were married couples living together, 18.7% have a female head of household with no husband present, and 37.9% were non-families. 30.4% of all households were made up of individuals and 12.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.61 and the average family size was 3.25.

The age distribution was 21.7% under the age of 18, 8.8% from 18 to 24, 30.3% from 25 to 44, 22.1% from 45 to 64, and 17.0% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females there were 98.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 97.3 males.

The median income for a household in the city was $23,483, and the median income for a family was $27,225. Males had a median income of $24,090 versus $20,115 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,128. About 23.5% of families and 28.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 38.2% of those under age 18 and 29.3% of those age 65 or over.

Based on the FBI's Uniform Crime Reports Program, Miami ranks as the second most dangerous metropolitan area in the United States, based on the number of murders, rapes, robberies, aggravated assaults, burglaries and motor vehicle thefts that have occurred in the metropolitan area. The city proper ranks 14th.[26]

Miami's explosive population growth in recent years has been driven by internal migration from other parts of the country as well as by immigration. Greater Miami is regarded as a cultural melting pot, while still maintaining some of their cultural traits. The overall culture of Miami and Miami-Dade are heavily influenced by its large population of ethnic Latin Americans and cultures from Caribbeans from islands such as Jamaica, The Bahamas, Cuba and more (many of whom spoke Spanish or Haitian Creole).

[edit] Languages

A wide variety of languages are commonly spoken throughout the city. The City of Miami has three official languages: English, Spanish, and Haitian Creole (French Creole).

As of 2000, speakers of Spanish as their first language accounted for 66.75% of residents, while the mother tongue of English was spoken by 25.45%, French Creole made up 5.20%, and French comprised 0.76% of the population.[27]

Other languages that were spoken throughout the city include Portuguese at 0.41%, German at 0.18%, Italian at 0.16%, Arabic at 0.15%, Chinese at 0.11%, and Greek at 0.08% of the population. Miami also has one of the largest percentage populations in the U.S. that have residents who spoke first languages other than English at home (74.54%.)[27]

Today there are sizable permanent resident and undocumented populations of Argentines, Bahamians, Brazilians, Canadians, Chileans, Chinese, Colombians, Cubans, Dominicans, Ecuadorans, French, German, Greeks, Haitians, Hondurans, Jamaicans, Indians, Italians, Mexicans, Nicaraguans, Russians, Trinidadians and Tobagonians, Turks, South Africans, and Venezuelans, as well as a sizeable Puerto Rican population throughout the metropolitan area. While commonly thought of as mainly a city of Hispanic and Caribbean immigrants, the Miami area is home to large French, French Canadian, German, Italian, and Russian communities. The communities have grown to a prominent place in Miami and its suburbs, establishing area neighbourhoods such as Little Haiti, Little Havana, Little Managua, and Little San Juan.

[edit] Media

Miami is served by two major English-language newspapers, The Miami Herald and South Florida Sun-Sentinel, as well as two major Spanish-language newspapers, El Nuevo Herald and Diario Las Americas.The Miami Herald is Miami's primary newspaper with over a million readers focusing mainly on issues that affect the Miami and Miami-Dade area. It also has news bureaus in Broward County, Monroe County, and Nassau, Bahamas. It publishes daily Monroe County, Nassau, and International Editions along with the daily Miami-Dade edition.

Miami is the 12th largest radio market and the 17th largest television market in the U.S. Television stations serving the Miami area include WAMI (Telefutura), WBFS (My Network TV), WSFL (The CW), WFOR (CBS), WHFT (TBN), WLTV (Univision), WPLG (ABC), WPXM (ION), WSCV (Telemundo), WSVN (FOX), WTVJ (NBC), WPBT (PBS), WLRN (also PBS) and WSBS Mega TV

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