![]() | ||
|
About Georgia Savannah Georgia Daily life in Savannah, Georgia is hip and stylish, but it's old Southern tradition sees to it that it will always maintain its serenity. Savannah, this modest city that happily welcomes a entire world, gets its name from the Native American word for “grassy plain”. Savannah has come quite a long distance from its original existence as the quiet plain. Living up to the complementary reputation of being known as the "hostess city of the South", Savannah, Georgia treats both local people and visitors to charming squares, beautiful garden paths, culture, a large selection of entertainment, and delectable food. The city of Savannah takes on the qualities of the southern belle: fascinating, benevolent, lively and impressive.... read more about Savannah Georgia >> Hiawassee GeorgiaGeorgia is probably best known for Atlanta, Peaches, and Southern charm, but tucked away into the northeast corner is a whole world of vacation-worthy sites and attractions that could make your next vacation a memorable one. Don't be afraid to stray from the usual destination suspects; explore the possibility of Hiawassee. The name is Cherokee for "meadow," as this quaint town is situated at the foot of the Appalachians within view of rugged peaks, rolling hills, and acres of forests and fields brimming with wildlife and vibrant vegetation. Visual magnificence will be a recurring theme of your visit to Hiawassee, so prepare yourself for a proper immersion into the natural world that is so easily obscured by the skyscrapers, traffic jams, and roadways of your usual life....read more about Hiawassee GeorigaFeatured Georgia Destinations - Callaway Gardens If you are ever in the mood to visit a place where you can relax and engage in practically any activity imaginable without traveling half way across the country, try Callaway Gardens in Georgia. Their expansive 14,000 acres consist of beautiful gardens, varied hiking trails, tranquil lakes, educational centers, and possibilities for a large assortment of outdoor activities. If there ever were one single place to relax and have at your fingertips the possibility of such a wide variety of activities, Callaway Gardens is it. Callaway Gardens is located in southwest Georgia about sixty minutes southwest of Atlanta and thirty minutes north of Columbus. It is situated near the Alabama border near the town of Pine Mountain. It is easy to get there. Callaway Gardens is at U. S. Highway 27 about eight miles off Interstate 185, which links Atlanta and Columbus. I-185 is a north-south leg off I-85 out of Atlanta just before LaGrange, Georgia. If you are interested in beautiful gardens or any form of nature, you will be excited about getting to Callaway. With discovery centers and several different gardens of various species of flowering plants, an almost endless amount of time could be spent strolling the paths and admiring the beautiful blooms of Callaway. There are azalea gardens, vegetable gardens, a butterfly garden, and lakes for fishing, trails for hiking and biking, links for golfing, and just time for spending.... read more about Callaway Gardens>>Blue Ridge Mountains of Northern Georgia The Blue Ridge Mountains of Georgia elicits quite a diverse environment. This is a place where the southern temperate climate meets the cooler north. A stunning array of flora and fauna are contrived. Two forests converge into the Chattahoochee - Oconee National Forest. With all this as a backdrop, the climate and scenery of the Blue Ridge Mountains provide many opportunities for sightseeing and recreation. Whether interested in hiking, water sports, nostalgic train travel, or local "Appalachia" culture and more, visitors to the area are continually inspired to seek out new adventures...read more about Blue Ridge Mountains GeorgiaGeorgia Interstate 95 Six coastal Georgia counties encompass 119 miles of perhaps the most beautiful and diverse landscape to be found. Something for everyone is offered on the Georgia coast from extensive history to pristine beaches, ancient forests of live oak to whispering marshes and quaint fishing villages to a major metropolitan city. Every exit of Interstate 95 is a passport into the impressive history of coastal Georgia. More than two hundred and seventy-five large bronze historical markers tell the of the six coastal Georgia counties, depicting the cultures and people who defined the past and influence the future. The markers can be found along much traveled highways, city streets, county roads, dirt paths, grassy medians and woodland trails revealing history hidden amidst the scenic landscape and marking the legacy of America's thirteenth colony. The following is a sampling of the stories that can be found on the large bronze historical markers... read more » all contents copyright © ci-Interactive formerly Cyber Island design and programming by ci-Interactive | |