Made internationally famous as the "World Center of Racing" and home of NASCAR, bustling Daytona Beach serves as the hub for several surrounding communities. While the wide stretch of white sandy beach is internationally famous thanks to the Daytona International Speedway, the city offers a kaleidoscope of other attractions and amenities. The Ocean Center convention complex, Daytona Beach International Airport, the new Ladies Professional Golf Association golf course, and the Halifax Harbor Marina are just a few of the landmarks that give evidence of a true renaissance in Daytona Beach in recent years. Historical sites like the Main Street pier, the oceanfront boardwalk, the clocktower in Oceanfront Park, and the nearby Ponce de Leon Inlet Lighthouse add charm and visual appeal to this exciting city. Daytona Beach serves as a vital center for education, business, culture, and entertainment for much of the north-central coastal Florida. This modern, growing community already boasts a revitalized downtown district, a 500-slip marina, attractive residential neighborhoods, and several universities and colleges for a superb quality of life.