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florida history: Sanibel "Ybel" and the Calusa Indians of SW Florida - 01/05/07 10:30 PM
Sanibel and Captiva Island is located North West of Fort Myers and boast some 17 miles of white sand. It is believed that over 5000 years ago they used to be only one island.Today you have to take a boat to reach North Captiva.
Its rich history dates over 2500 years ago when the Calusa Indians dominated the region including Fort Myers Beach or Estero Island. The Calusa indians were ahead of their time and skilled craftsmen and builders of huts on top of mounds.Some of these mounds are still intact today. The Calusa Indians were forming a fascinating advanced society which depended mostly on shrimp, … (2 comments)

 
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