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The state of Georgia has several cities that are good places to vacation and sightsee. Atlanta, Columbus, Savannah, and Macon all have interesting things to see. Here are some ideas for your visits to these cities.
The city of Atlanta is the largest city in Georgia and has the most things to see. Underground Atlanta, located in downtown Atlanta, is a section of the city that was abandoned when streets were built on top of this part of the town. The district was rediscovered and renovated in the 1970's. It has been transformed into a shopping and entertainment area, boasting live music and good food.
Also in Atlanta are the Atlanta Botanical Gardens, located in the Midtown area in Piedmont Park. The gardens have several conservatories as well as many acres of grounds, all containing thousands of species of plants. If you are a gardener you should not miss it.
Atlanta is a great place for history buffs to tour. The Wren's Nest, in the West End district of Atlanta, was the home of Joel Chandler Harris who wrote the Uncle Remus stories. The Margaret Mitchell house on Peachtree Street was the home of Margaret Mitchell, author of Gone With the Wind. The Atlanta History Center in Buckhead has exhibits depicting the history of the city from the earliest settlers through Atlanta's growth as the most influential city in the Southeast. The King Center in the Fourth Ward district holds a lot of the history of the Civil Rights movement in the South. The Carter Center has memorabilia from the presidency of Jimmy Carter, as well as being a center for world peace. Grant Park in southeast Atlanta holds the Cyclorama, which is a pictorial depiction of the Battle of Atlanta during the Civil War.
Grant Park is also the location of Zoo Atlanta. The zoo has 250 species of animals, everything from elephants to polar bears. There is a small section set aside as a petting zoo. The zoo is a wonderful place for a family outing. While you are in Grant Park, enjoy the wonderful picnic areas and playgrounds.
Columbus is a city in southwest Georgia located on the banks of the Chattahoochee River. Probably the most attractive part of the city is the Riverwalk. The Riverwalk runs along the Chattahoochee River for 15 miles.
While you are in Columbus, take a detour of about 25 miles and visit the Little White House in Warm Springs. Franklin Delano Roosevelt (FDR) made it his second home for much of his presidency. You can visit the springs that give the town its name. Drive through FDR State Park for a scenic drive, and stop at Dowdell's Knob, FDR's favorite place for a picnic.
Savannah is a beautiful and historic city on the Savannah River near the coast of Georgia. Savannah has many houses dating from the 1700's, when the city was founded. The oldest part of the city is laid out in small, beautifully landscaped squares surrounded by the picturesque homes. Walk through the squares on foot, or take the Trolley Tour. Don't miss River Street, winding next to the river with its charming shops and restaurants. There is an Artists' Market on the weekends there, too.
Macon is a small city in central Georgia. The Georgia Music Hall of Fame, the official music museum of the state, is in Macon. It has exhibits on over 450 artists like Little Richard, Otis Redding, and the Allman Brother. The Ocmulgee National Monument is just outside Macon. The Monument consists of several earthen mounds and the remains of a wooden lodge that were built by Native Americans who lived in the region 1,000 years ago. Exhibits on these people are in a museum on this site. Don't miss the Cherry Blossom Festival in the spring, with music, art, tours, and races.
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