1) The city of Miami is located in southeast Florida between the Everglades and the Atlantic Ocean, with a population of over 362,000 as of 2000. 2) Miami has a tropical climate and diverse population, with over 60% Hispanic and 22% African American. It is a center of commerce and international business. 3) A key tradition is the annual Miami Mango Festival celebrating the fruit and local cuisine relies heavily on seafood. Major sights include museums, theaters and the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts.