Key West is an island city in the United States well known for its pastel-hued, conch-style houses, coral reefs, vibrant nightlife, water sports, and a perfect destination for snorkeling and diving. The Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum, the residence of American writer Ernest Hemingway, is a private home that reflects the French colonial-style architecture and Hemingway cats. The Southernmost Point Buoy is a large painted buoy in the southernmost point of the continental United States that is the most visited tourist spot for photography and amazing stunning views. The Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park is a historic site on a Civil War-era fort used for snorkeling, umbrella rentals, and aqua shoes.