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Crystal River calls itself the “Manatee Capital of the World,” and for good reason. Every winter, from mid-November through March, hundreds of manatees crowd into the warm, clear springs here. These docile giants are not just passing through—they come to escape the cold waters of the Gulf and soak up the constant 72°F temperatures in places like Three Sisters Springs. If you visit between December and February, you’ll see the biggest crowds of these gentle giants, all packed