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Culture of Atlanta. Places to visit - old town, temples, theaters, museums and palaces
You will find a huge number of attractions and interesting museums in every area of Atlanta. Exciting discoveries lay here right at every step. A significant part of the local excursion sites is located near Centennial Park Quarter. This is the place where you can visit the legendary museum World of Coca-Cola, the exposition of which is devoted to the internationally famous drink. During the excursion guests will hear much interesting about the development of the industry and the production of the popular drink. A separate hall of the museum is dedicated to brand things. Here visitors will be able to see the very first T-shirts with the Coca Cola logo, colorful badges and branded glasses. There is an aquarium near the museum. Currently this is the largest aquarium in the world. That is the place where visitors can admire exotic fishes, see how the divers feed the inhabitants of the aquarium or attend a fascinating lecture. Besides this, everyone is welcome to swim in a large pool with fishes under the guidance of an experienced instructor.
1. The best way to make a walk to remote areas or ethnic neighborhoods of the city is together with a large company or in a guided tour with a group of tourists. Do not take large sums of … 
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Atlanta has a lot of amazing places. It would be nice to walk there unaccompanied by a guide, slowly examining the authentic sights. Quiet area of Cabbagetown is well known to fans of street … Open
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Another interesting place to visit is Little Five Points. This is where the creative youth of Atlanta gathers. You can see interesting bars and restaurants everywhere, as well as graffiti painted on the walls. It is like a breath of fresh air – here you can explore the much noval side of Atlanta, which is so fascinating. Krog Street Tunnel is also enchanting, all thanks to its graffiti painted by talented street artists. It is believed that everyone who comes to Atlanta must visit this place to understand the “soul” of the city, and without this, Margaret Mitchell’s hometown will not let go.
Fans of rest in the most original hotels would enjoy a large selection of exclusive accommodation places in Atlanta. One of the most unusual and well-known hotels is The Westin Peachtree … Open
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Yet another stunning mansion which dates back to the beginning of the 20th century is Swan House. It is worth mentioning that exhibitions are held here, and the house itself was built in the year 1928 combining Renaissance revival styles with a Classical approach. Here you will come across funny as well as strange sculptors, fountains, and the house can be seen from afar as it immediately attracts attention. Funny and a little creepy exhibits can be found in the Center for Puppetry Arts where children will meet with their favorite characters and as a matter of fact, they will have a lot of fun. There is also a museum in Martin Luther King’s hometown, dedicated to the tragic events that will remain in history forever. We are referring to The Breman Jewish Heritage & Holocaust Museum. Among the exhibits you will find here are photographs, documents, and archives. 
City tours, excursions and tickets in Atlanta and surroundings
Plan your own excursion through Atlanta: churches, museums and castles
Georgia State Capitol, Atlanta
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Facts:
» The Georgia State Capitol was built on the site of the city hall in 1889. The exterior of the Capitol building in Atlanta is very similar to the Capitol in Washington. Facts:» The government residence was equipped with elevators, water supply system, gas, which was an ultramodern innovation for that time. The Capitol building used to be the tallest in Atlanta – 83 meters. The golden dome is decorated with a small Statue of Liberty.
» The fourth floor of the residence has a museum of the history of the state and the city, which displays the items that belonged to Indian tribes: clothes, weapons, jewelry. There are several art galleries here as well.
» A nearby square has a monument to President Jimmy Carter, who lived in Atlanta. Since 1973, the Capitol building has been the United States’ historic monument.
Civil War Museum, Atlanta
Location on the map: Facts:
» The Atlanta Cyclorama and Civil War Museum has preserved historical information about the Army North’s attack on the city in 1864. The terrible fire, people’s grief, and the city defenders’ sturdy resistance are shown in paintings, photographs, and artifacts of the Civil War. Facts:» Margaret Mitchell described these events in her novel Gone with the Wind. The writer herself was a resident of the city. Her house still exists today.
» In the museum, visitors can see a rotating cylindrical panoramic painting measuring 120 m x 14 m. It was John Logan, one of the eyewitnesses, who came up with the idea. And in 1886, it was realized by German artists and architects.
» In 1936, a diorama of war events appeared in the museum. Today, short films about the Civil War are shown at the cinema.
SunTrust Plaza, Atlanta
Location on the map: Facts:
» SunTrust Plaza is a skyscraper designed for office and business activities. It is over 260 meters tall. Facts:» The construction of the building lasted three years. It was commissioned in 1992.
» At that time, the real estate market was in decline. To avoid bankruptcy, the owner had to sell half of the building to a banking company.
» New owners placed their headquarters here and renamed the building SunTrust Plaza.
» The official life of the city flows in this 60-story building (which is 275 meters with the antenna) with an area of over 130,000 square meters.
» SantTrust Plaza is part of the Peachtree Center complex that includes similar structures, hotels, and shopping malls.
» According to the architect’s design, the skyscraper stands on a square base. The building is postmodern in style. The top of the structure resembles a crown.
» There’s sort of an exhibition of works of art, valuable sculptures, and furniture organized on two floors.
» Predatory peregrine falcons settled on the 50th-floor balcony. They are monitored through mobile devices.
» In March 2008, a tornado-like atmospheric whirlwind smashed out the windows.
Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, Atlanta
Facts:
» The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra (ASO) holds concerts at Atlanta Symphony Hall located on 14th Street. The Woodruff Arts Center hosts international concerts. » Three-level seats are designed for almost 2,000 people. The music hall has parterre, lower and upper balconies. In addition, there are wheelchair spaces with 12 additional seats. The hearing-impaired can use wireless audio.
» The interior of the hall has no frills. The plush seats have footrests.
» The Atlanta Orchestra performed the first work – written by Robert Shaw – in 1975. The musicians perform many academic works by world-famous composers.
» Critics noted that the sound of music was getting worse due to the hall acoustics. Over $20 million was raised through a crowdfunding campaign in support of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra and thanks to the Delta Air Lines fund.
» The hall had been closed for restoration for 11 months. Financial investments helped restore the former line-up of the orchestra (there were 88 musicians).
Atlanta History Center, Atlanta
Location on the map: Facts:
» The Atlanta History Center is an area of about 20 hectares, which houses historic sites and museum pavilions related to the history of the city. Facts:» To discover what life of local people used to be like, you need to visit the Swan House, where the Inman family lived. The owner built the villa in 1928. It is a luxurious house surrounded by a park with fountains and flower beds.
» A few parts of The Hunger Games: Catching Fire were filmed there. Today, this small palace often hosts wedding ceremonies.
» You can see the life of ordinary citizens by visiting the Tullie Smith House. The farm with all the buildings was moved here in 1969 so as to preserve it as a historical monument.
» The pavilions have an exhibition dedicated to the 1996 Olympic Games, and there are many exclusive items on display: a full set of medals, athletes' sneakers, souvenirs, and the podium.
» After the Civil War, the Ku Klux Klan movement arose in southern states. A special exhibition tells visitors about this period of the state’s history.
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What to visit during two-day excursion in Atlanta
The New World of Coca-Cola
Where: 121 Baker St. NW, Atlanta, Atlanta; Telephone: +1 404 676-5151 or 1-800-676-COKE (2653);
Where: 121 Baker St. NW, Atlanta, Atlanta; Telephone: +1 404 676-5151 or 1-800-676-COKE (2653);
The Georgia Aquarium
Where: 225 Baker Street, Downtown, Atlanta;
Where: 225 Baker Street, Downtown, Atlanta;
The Centennial Olympic Park
Where: Marietta Street at International Boulevard, Atlanta; Opening hours: Daily from 7.00 to 23.00;
Where: Marietta Street at International Boulevard, Atlanta; Opening hours: Daily from 7.00 to 23.00;
CNN News Centre
Where: The corner of Centennial Olympic Park Drive and Marietta Street., Atlanta;
Where: The corner of Centennial Olympic Park Drive and Marietta Street., Atlanta;
The Martin Luther King Jr National Historic Site
Where: 449 – 450 Auburn Avenue, Northeast Atlanta., Atlanta; Telephone: +1 404 526-8900;
Where: 449 – 450 Auburn Avenue, Northeast Atlanta., Atlanta; Telephone: +1 404 526-8900;
Margaret Mitchell House and Museum
Where: 990 Peachtree Street, Atlanta; Telephone: +1 404 249 7015;
Where: 990 Peachtree Street, Atlanta; Telephone: +1 404 249 7015;
Reference information
Map of all art museums
Art galleries in Atlanta and around
♥ Art museum 'High Museum of Art' Atlanta, 4.6 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Michael C. Carlos Museum' Atlanta, 7.5 km from the center. On the map
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Culture guide to Atlanta. Which fascinating sights to visit once you are in Atlanta: temples, churches, museums, theaters and castles. Recommendations (with addresses, phone numbers and links) on the places 'must visit' in Atlanta. Plan your own city excursion by using this page info!
