Georgia Counties

Georgia Points of Interest

Georgia Towns

Capital: Atlanta

Largest city: Atlanta

Largest metro area: Atlanta metro area

Highest point: Brasstown Bald (4,784 ft)

Lowest point: Atlantic Ocean (0 ft)

Admission to Union: January 2, 1788 (4th)

Georgia has had five official state capitals: colonial Savannah, which later alternated with Augusta; then for a decade at Louisville; and from 1806 through 1868, including during the American Civil War, at Milledgeville. In 1868, the capital was moved to Atlanta and it became the fifth capital city of the state

Music in Georgia ranges from folk music to rhythm and blues, rock and roll, country music and hip hop.

Girl Scouting in the US began on March 12, 1912 in Savannah, Georgia.

Georgia's principal airport is Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)

Georgia's nicknames include Peach State and Empire State of the South

Bright lights, beautiful sights, and fantastic nights are the just start of entertainment in Georgia. Whether it is day or night, there is no shortage of places to go and things to do in Georgia.

Stone Mountain Park is Georgia’s most visited attraction, drawing nearly 4 million guests each year

Nationally known attractions, amusement parks, animal kingdoms and state parks mean there's something for everyone in Georgia.

State of Georgia

Georgia state seal

About Georgia

Georgia's electricity generation and consumption are among the highest in the United States, with coal being the primary electrical generation of fuel. The state also has two nuclear power plants which contribute less than 25% of Georgia's electricity  generation. The statistics are 75% coal, 16% nuclear, 7% oil and natural gas, and 1% hydroelectric/other.