Quick Summary: DeFuniak Springs has a well-preserved historic center located on Circle Drive, which surrounds an almost-perfectly round spring-fed lake. It is easy to explore the beautiful historic district (home to several impressive buildings) on foot, as you make your way around the scenic lake. If you visit around Christmas time you will find the whole area decked out of beautiful lights.


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