Atlanta - The city too busy to hate
 
 Atlanta
- Travel Information
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Climate: |
Humid subtropical climate. |
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Rainfall: |
1370 mm |
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| Summer: |
Max
- 107.6°F (42°C) | Min - 84.2°F(29°C) |
| Winter: |
Max
- 78.8°F (26°C) | Min - 51.8°F(11°C) |
| Best Time to Visit: |
April to November. |
| Major Attractions: |
Atlanta Ballet, Atlanta
Botanical Gardens, Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site and
Sweet Auburn District. |
| Major Entertainment Centers: |
Piedmont Park, Atlanta Symphony
Orchestra, Atlanta Opera, Georgia State Capitol . |
| Shopper's Paradise: |
Atlantic Station Market, Camp
Creek Marketplace, Discover Mills , Greenbriar Mall , Cumberland Mall.
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| Near by Places (Excursions): |
Stone Mountain Park, Jonesboro,
The Mountains, Chattahoochee River Recreation Area, Civil War Sites,
Dahlonega. |
| Famous Food & Beverages (Gourmet's Delight) |
Khachapuri, Lori, Muzhuzhi,
Mchadi, Chizhi-pizhi, Tabaka, Chakapuli, Kupati. |
| Foreign Embassies & Consulates: |
Britain, the Netherlands, Korea,
Argentina. Brazil, Switzerland, Israel, Japan. |
History & Evolution
The city Atlanta was founded in 1837 . The city was a terminus of the
Western & Atlantic railroad line. The city was first named Marthasville
and soon changed to Atlanta. The city has been serving as a transportation
hub of USA for a long time.
The city was incorporated as Atlanta on December 29, 1847. Atlanta served
as an important railroad and military supply hub during the American civil
war. The city has also witnessed events like - Battle of Peachtree Creek,
the Battle of Atlanta, and the Battle of Ezra Church. Union General William
T. Sherman destroyed Atlanta in order to prepare for his march south of
1864. The city went through a rapid recovery phase between 1867 1888.
Atlanta also hosted the 1996 Summer Olympics. The phase from 1990 to 1996
saw the rapid growth of construction projects, city's parks, sports
facilities, and transportation facilities.
The city of Atlanta has witnessed several civil rights movement in her
eventful history. The leaders who fought for the civil rights and peace were
the major contributers to the rapid modernization of the city. The city has
registered a rapid industrial growth in last few decades.
Site-Seeing
Atlanta is a city rich in culture and heritage. The city's eventful history
is the main reason for the magnificent architecture that she has to offer.
Visitors from USA and from all over the world travel Atlanta to witness its
majestic sites and mesmerizing beauty.
The Georgia Aquarium:
The Georgia Aquarium is one of the most recently established attractions in
Atlanta. The Georgia Aquarium is the worlds largest aquarium. The
Aquarium stores more than 8 million gallons of fresh and marine water
holding more than 100,000 animals from 500 species from around the world.
The aquarium is very crowded at the weekends and holidays. Therefore it is
suggested to buy the tickets beforehand. Tickets are also sold
electronically. The aquarium offers amazing exhibits. The aquarium has so
much to offer that people love to visit the place again and again. No food
items from outside are allowed inside the premises of Aquarium. The aquarium
is also a tobacco free zone.
Location: Baker Street.
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