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Atlanta is the capital of Georgia, the Peach State, and is a major cultural and economic center in America. Visitors to Atlanta will find a large and busy city with a lot to offer. Some of the most famous attractions here include the Georgia Aquarium, Atlanta Botanical Garden, Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical Park, Piedmont Park, among others.

Atlanta, Georgia
Atlanta

Country
United States
State
Georgia
Founded Date
December 29, 1847
Population
497,642 (2020)
Elevation
225 meters

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