ABOUT STATE OF GEORGIA

If you’re looking for geographic variety, a pleasant climate and convenient transportation, there’s no place like Georgia – here you can find it all.
Georgia’s geography is beautiful and diverse. Travel along the coastline and witness the breathtaking beaches and barrier islands that have inspired travelers for generations. Explore the fertile soil of Middle Georgia and experience the rich history and agriculture of this land. Climb into the lush foothills and forests of Georgia’s mountains and breathe the culture and beauty of the Appalachians. Whether you’re all business within our city streets or all play at our outdoor retreats, Georgia delivers exactly what you need.
Move swiftly throughout Georgia’s diverse landscape with our multi-modal transportation system. Need to catch a flight overseas? No problem – Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport hosts hundreds of direct flights to cities throughout the U.S. and the world. Looking for an efficient way to move cargo? We’ve got you covered with our convenient railways and the Port of Savannah, the fastest growing port in the nation.
Georgia also enjoys the variety of four seasons. Thanks to the mild Georgia climate, it’s easy to take advantage of all this state has to offer throughout the year.
Explore the endless possibilities, and discover for yourself the many ways Georgia can help fulfill your dreams.
Your hopes and dreams become reality in Georgia. Our state is home to world-renowned research centers, top ranked universities and Fortune 500 companies. Georgia combines a talented workforce and high quality of living with abundant resources and a thriving economy to create a fertile environment for your economic development.

CULTURE

Visit Georgia, and it’s impossible to miss the rich culture that’s so prominent throughout the state. Our history is woven in a tapestry of bold ideas, timeless icons and unrestrained spirit. From the battlefields of the Civil War to the center of the Civil Rights Movement, Georgia has been making history.
There’s a certain pride within Georgia that makes this state unique. Since it was founded in 1733, Georgians have cultivated their own state identity filled with history, commerce, music and art. Walk through our streets and be inspired by the stories and legends that blow from the sweet pines of the Georgia Mountains to the warm coastal sands of the Atlantic.
When you visit Georgia, it’s easy to see why so many choose to stay. With a comfortable climate, high quality of living, thriving business community and the rich culture that this state was founded upon, living in Georgia is easy and rewarding.

SCHOOL COLEGES

Continuing education. Professional development. Lifelong learning. Whatever it's called, one thing is certain: Today's continuing education opportunities go far beyond the yoga and tennis classes that once dominated the programs. Whether they are working toward a certified financial planner certificate to gain expertise in their field ,or are enrolled in a professional development course to meet the state's licensing requirements, the individuals taking advantage of Atlanta's numerous continuing education opportunities are playing a vital role in keeping the area's economy strong.
Currently, 233,000 students are pursuing degree programs and another 400,000 are enrolled in continuing education courses at the 35 colleges and universities that make up the University System of Georgia (USG), and thousands more work with the area's private schools and independent companies to meet their professional development goals each year. Although its well-trained and well-educated residents lure companies to relocate their businesses here, metro Atlanta's numerous continuing education programs enable the region's workforce to retain a competitive advantage in the global market.

HISTORY & HERITAGE

Georgia is an original. As one of the original 13 colonies, our place in American history is rich, storied and proud.
Founded in 1733 when British General James Oglethorpe landed on its coast, Georgia was established to provide a military buffer between the Spanish in Florida and the King of England’s South Carolina territory. Oglethorpe honored King George II by naming the new colony “Georgia.” On a bluff overlooking a river, Oglethorpe also established what would be America’s first planned city, Savannah. Since 1839 the city has been home to the Georgia Historical Society where researchers, scholars and students have gathered to learn about state history.
Few states were as impacted by the Civil War as Georgia, losing many lives and suffering immense destruction. Reminders of that historic time can be found all across the state, telling the tales of both sides of the conflict. Andersonville, site of the Confederacy’s largest Union prison camp, is now home to the National Prisoner of War Museum. Visit any of the memorials, museums, battlefields and cemeteries across Georgia, and you’ll step into the history of our nation.
You’ll also find the soul of Georgia in its rich African American heritage and culture. This is where the late Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was born, where he preached from the pulpit and where his memorial, The King Center, continues to project freedom and justice today. Another inspiring Civil Rights landmark is Macon’s Tubman African American Museum, a must-see destination that you’ll never forget.

Come to Georgia and find inspiration in our past, present and future.

REJUVENATE

If you’re looking for a change of pace, where you can unwind and recharge, you’ve found the right place – Georgia.
When it comes to majestic, serene locations, Georgia offers a second-to-none lineup of vacation resorts. There’s everything from romantic hideaways to golfing getaways. Enjoy a weekend relaxing at a world-class spa or wine-tasting at an elegant vineyard. No matter where you go, your senses are sure to be tantalized and your soul rejuvenated.
If you’ve ever dreamt of wearing that distinguished green jacket, Georgia is the place for you. Come find your golf haven in the homeland of The Masters and Bobby Jones. Georgia is synonymous with golf, and nearly 200 cities, towns and state parks offer multiple locations where you can tee up and let it fly. The Cloister Hotel at Sea Island is an ideal location to give it your best shot. Just be sure to keep it in play as the Atlantic Ocean serves as one of the course’s more notable hazards.
Maybe you’d rather find solace among the wild outdoors? Whether you take in the inspiring views of the “Little Grand Canyon” at Providence State Park or the cascading torrents of Amicalola Falls, the tallest waterfall east of the Mississippi, exploring Georgia will replenish your mind, body and soul.

Come to Georgia, and take it easy.