Ocala (oh-KAL-əə) is a city in and the county seat of Marion County, Florida, USA. Located in North Central Florida, the city's population was 63,591 since the 2020 demographics, up from 56,315 at the 2010 demographics and making it the 43rd-most populated city in Florida. Ocala is the major city of the Ocala city, which had a population of 375,908 in 2020. Home to over 400 thoroughbred farms and training centers, Ocala is considered the "Equine Capital of the Globe". Notable attractions consist of the Ocala National park, Silver Springs State Park, Rainbow Springs State Park, the University of Central Florida, and the Globe Rider Facility.
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