22/05/2026
The Matanzas Bay at sunrise.
Quiet, peaceful, and beautiful... but the name Matanzas comes from the Spanish word for “massacres” or “slaughters,” tied to one of the darkest chapters in this city’s early history.
St. Augustine has always been a place where beauty and history exist side by side.
Golden light over waters that have carried soldiers, settlers, sailors and centuries of stories.
This weekend, while the city fills with visitors, music, boats, and late nights,
take a moment to remember those who served, those who were lost, and the layers of history places like this still hold.
And if you find yourself awake before the crowds, the sunrise over the Matanzas is worth it every time.