Georgia
The largest state east of the Mississippi River is a labyrinth of geographic and cultural extremes: right-leaning Republican politics in the countryside rubs against liberal idealism in Atlanta and Savannah; small, conservative towns merge with sprawling, progressive, financially flush cities; northern mountains rise to the clouds and produce roaring rivers; and coastal marshlands teem with fiddler crabs and swaying cordgrass. Georgia's southern beaches and islands are a treat, and so are its kitchens, bars and yes, its contradictions.
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Best Things to Do
Music fans can’t miss a trip to Macon, the Georgia city that fostered acts like Otis Redding, Little Richard, and the Allman Brothers Band.
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Things to Know
Traveling to Georgia, USA? We'll help you to be in the know before you go, from making sure you pack for the weather to understanding some local phrases.
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Free Things to Do
From watching water dance at Centennial Olympic Park to summiting Blood Mountain, here's our list of the top free things to do in Georgia.
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Best Places to Visit
From soulful cities to sandy barrier islands, Georgia is a state blessed with rich variety. Here are the best places to visit.
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