Today, Biloxi is famous for its gorgeous beaches and enticing casinos! It is one of the fastest-growing cities along the Gulf Coast, because its residents provide a warm welcome to new businesses and visitors from all around the world. As the city continues to grow, it also honors its past. Biloxi is commonly known as the “City of Eight Flags”. Under each of the flags–France, England, Spain, Republic of West Florida, Confederate States of America, United States of America, Mississippi State and the Magnolia State flag–the city continues to shine and move towards a brilliant future!