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There is no better way to see America than on foot. And there is no better way to appreciate what you are looking at than with a walking tour. Whether you are preparing for a road trip or just out to look at your own town in a new way, a downloadable walking tour is ready to explore when you are.Each walking tour describes historical and architectural landmarks and provides pictures to help out when those pesky street addresses are missing. Every tour also includes a quick primer on identifying architectural styles seen on American streets. In 1837 an army engineer named Colonel Stephen Harriman Long drove a stake into the ground and Atlanta began. A year earlier the Georgia General Assembly had voted to build the Western and Atlantic Railroad to provide a trade route to the Midwest. There had been several contenders to be "Terminus" but surveyor Long apparently liked the relative flatness here to enable trains to turn around comfortably. The town that grew up on the railroad was first known as Thrasherville when Terminus was abandoned. John Thrasher led a work gang building the railroad and constructed houses and a general store for the workers. In 1842, when the population was about 30, the residents wanted to name the settlement after the sitting government Wilson Lumpkin but he asked them to name it after his daughter, instead, and Terminus became Marthasville. Just three years later, J. Edgar Thomson, the Chief Engineer of the Georgia Railroad,suggested that it be renamed to "Atlantica-Pacifica," which was quickly shortened to "Atlanta." In 1847 the town was incorporated as Atlanta, shortly after the first trains arrived. Atlanta had fewer than 10,000 people when it became an important railroad and military supply hub during the Civil War. On November 11, 1864, after a four-month siege, Union General William Tecumseh Sherman ordered the town burned to the ground. The burning of Atlanta would be immortalized in Margaret Mitchell's novel and film, Gone with the Wind, but Atlantans did not waste too much time wallowing in the drama. In 1868, Atlanta became the fifth city to serve as capital of Georgia. By 1870 the population had swelled to over 20,000 and the city was on course to becoming the business and transportation hub of the "New South." Along the way Atlanta decided to not to cling to its southern traditions in the way that its regional neighbors such as Savannah and Charleston did. Many of its modern downtown buildings sit on lots cleared two or three times of earlier structures. Our walking tour will begin where plenty of heritage buildings remain, however, and that is because they are underground... Author: Doug Gelbert Kindle Edition: 39 pages Kindle eBook Company: (2011-09-14) (2011-09-14) List Price: $0.99 Amazon Price: 
There is no better way to see America than on foot. And there is no better way to appreciate what you are looking at than with a walking tour. Whether you are preparing for a road trip or just out to look at your own town in a new way, a downloadable walking tour is ready to explore when you are.Each walking tour describes historical and architectural landmarks and provides pictures to help out when those pesky street addresses are missing. Every tour also includes a quick primer on identifying architectural styles seen on American streets. Midtown Atlanta has had a volatile history although it began peacefully as a pine forest north of the city. In 1848 most of the land above North Avenue - which was just that, the northern boundary of Atlanta - was purchased by Richard Peters to provide fuel to power his downtown flour mill. Over the next 40 years Peters subdivided the cleared forest lands and platted out residential lots; he built his own home at the corner of Peachtree and 4th streets. A few blocks north Peachtree Street looped around a thirty-foot ravine that came to be called "Tight Squeeze" for ne'er do wells and thieves that inhabited the area and made it a "tight squeeze getting through there with your life." In the 1880s the ravine was filled in and the riff-raff herded out which cleared the way for wealthy Atlantans to move in. By World War I the blocks between West Peachtree Street to the west and Piedmont Street to the east above 8th Street housed the city's elite. After World War II, however, the march to ever more distant suburbs began in earnest and the area was once again in decline, best described as "seedy." The pendulum swung back again in the 1980s and Midtown rebounded into the second most important financial district in Atlanta, with many of its skyscrapers. Alas, in the streets along the Peachtree Corridor, very little is left over of the area's original architecture including single-family homes and mansions. Our walking tour of Midtown will begin on that long-ago northern boundary of Atlanta, looking up at the highest of the high-rises... Author: Doug Gelbert Kindle Edition: 24 pages Kindle eBook Company: (2011-09-16) (2011-09-16) List Price: $0.99 Amazon Price: 
Covers the abundance of natural areas within a two-hour drive of the city in 100 hikes, from challenging backcountry treks in the north Georgia mountains to easy dayhikes along the Chattahoochee River. The diverse trails pass through parks where families can observe wildlife, historical sites and old battlefields, and one of the largest wilderness areas in the Southeast. Highlights summarize each trip’s best features, and at-a-glance essential informationdistance, time, elevation change, and difficulty ratingmakes it easy to choose the right outing. Maps with GPS waypoints indicate notable spots on the trail such as junctions, scenic overlooks, wildlife observation platforms, and backcountry campsites. Author: MARCUS WOOLF Kindle Edition: 376 pages Kindle eBook Company: Wilderness Press (2011-01-15) (2011-01-15) List Price: Amazon Price: 
This is the Second Edition of the Slow Travels series, Slow Travels-Georgia. It explores all geographic regions of the State, from the Southern end of the Appalachians to the Low Country along the Atlantic Coast. Georgia was a key state in the American Civil War, and the abundant Civil War history is evident along every highway and in every city and county. U.S. Highways 27 and 41 begin their routes through the hotly contested Chattanooga to Atlanta corridor, both including the earlier past of the Cherokee as well as the industrial development after Reconstruction. U.S. Highway 23, coming down from the gold rich mountains of Northeast Georgia, joins U.S. 41 to explore the Atlanta Metropolitan Area and the short trip from Atlanta to Macon, continuing along the route of Sherman’s March to the Sea. From Macon, U.S. 23 travels along portions of the Golden Isles Parkway, leading to the land of the Okefenokee. U.S. 41 continues south through the land of the peanut and peach before slipping into Florida south of Valdosta. U.S. 27 travels the land of the Chattahoochee River south of Macon to Bainbridge, intersecting with U.S. Highway 84, the Georgia Wiregrass Trail, which arcs its way from the Atlantic across southern Georgia to Alabama. U.S. Highway 17 hugs the Georgia Low Country coast, touching the Golden Isles along the way. U.S. Highway 80 is the route of Middle Georgia, connecting the metropolitan areas of Savannah, Macon, and Columbus, and the rich, conflicted history in between. Added in the Second Edition is Georgia's Wiregrass Trail, U.S. Highway 84, from Midway in the east to the Alabama Line at the Chattahoochee River. Maps have also been updated and GPS Coordinates added for all listed sites. Author: Lyn Wilkerson Kindle Edition: Kindle eBook Company: Caddo Publications USA (2009-05-15) (2009-05-15) List Price: $2.99 Amazon Price: 
One of the South's premier cities, Atlanta is home to an abundance of spectacular hiking and walking destinations. From urban hikes to suburban parks and rural wilderness, 60 Hikes within 60 Miles: Atlanta shows readers how to quickly drive to and enjoy the best area hikes. The Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area offers a wide range of outdoor activity, including several scenic hikes. Hikes from the Georgia mountains, Stone Mountain Park, Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park, Sprewell Bluff, and locations in between provide Atlantans a diverse combination of hikes in length and difficulty. In addition to scenic charm, many hikes have great historical appeal, such as Burnt Hickory Loop and Cheatham Hill Trail. Other trails, such as Grant Park Loop and the Atlanta Ramble, feature major Atlanta attractions. Complete with directions, maps, and a wealth of historical detail, the guide beckons hikers of all ages and fitness levels into the out of doors. Author: Randy Golden, Pam Golden Kindle Edition: 252 pages Kindle eBook Company: Menasha Ridge Press (2010-01-01) (2010-01-01) List Price: $15.95 Amazon Price: 
Kindle version of our illustrated travel guide will take you to Savannah, Georgia. Savannah, the historic riverside birthplace of Georgia, was settled in 1733 by British colonists led by General James Oglethorpe and Colonel William Bull. In 1864 when General William Tecumseh Sherman marched in, the mayor of Savannah gave Sherman's men run of the city in exchange for leaving it untorched. As a result, Savannah is one of the few major cities in the South with antebellum charm and architecture remaining intact. Savannah has one of the largest historic districts in the country. Southerners joke that in Atlanta, the first thing locals ask you is your business; in Charleston, they ask your mother's maiden name; and in Savannah, they ask what you want to drink. It's partly that ethos that keeps the city tourism industry flourishing, along with a little help from what locals call "The Book:" Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil (also a feature film ). The local art school, Savannah College of Art and Design, also keeps the city peopled with liberals and awash in accessible, affordable art. Finding Internet access when out and about can be problematic so carry your mobile guidebook in the palm of your hand. We include a fully linked Table of Contents and internally to access context-specific information quickly and easily when offline. Many web links are included as well for additional information. Works on Kindle and on iPhone, iPad, Android, Windows PC, Mac, Windows Phone, etc. using the free Kindle Reader software. Contents: Welcome To Savannah Overview Climate Arrivals By car By plane By train By bus Local Transportation By public transit By car On foot By private bus tours By horse and carriage Sightseeing Highlights Arts Events Historic public squares Fun Activities Shopping Highlights Dining Guide Restaurants Local treats Bars, Clubs & Drinking Accommodation Guide Safety & Security Communications Local & Day Trips Author: Stephen Richards Kindle Edition: 43 pages Kindle eBook Company: (2012-03-07) (2012-03-07) List Price: Amazon Price: 
Insiders' Guide to Atlanta is the essential source for in-depth travel and relocation information to the Georgia's largest city. Written by a local (and true insider), this guide offers a personal and practical perspective of Atlanta and its surrounding environs. Author: Janice McDonald Kindle Edition: 360 pages Kindle eBook Company: Insiders' Guide (2010-05-04) (2010-05-04) List Price: $14.99 Amazon Price: 
Historical Cities-Atlanta provides historical text for the city of Atlanta as well as over 50 historical sites and landmarks within the city. The historical information is based on the American Guides of the 1930's and 1940's. Several maps provide location information, and GPS coordinates for listed historic sites are included.Author: Lyn Wilkerson Kindle Edition: 43 pages Kindle eBook Company: Caddo Publications USA (2010-07-01) (2010-07-01) List Price: $1.49 Amazon Price: 
Atlanta Restaurants covers over 750 restaurants in and around Atlanta including Savannah and outlying locales. This handy guide contains Zagat Surveys trusted ratings and reviews for area restaurants based on the opinions of diners like you. The trademark reviews and corresponding ratings for Food Décor Service and Cost are organized alphabetically in a user friendly format. Use the indexes arranged by cuisine neighborhood and special features like In Places Winning Wine Lists or Romantic Places to find the perfect restaurant for any occasion. Also includes stick on bookmarks.Author: Shelley Skiles Sawyer Kindle Edition: 188 pages Kindle eBook Company: Zagat - A (2009-11-02) (2009-11-02) List Price: $10.36 Amazon Price: 
Baseball fans can catch more than just a game at Turner Field, home of the Atlanta Braves, a museum, and more. See chapter 6. Detailed maps throughout Exact prices, directions, opening hours,and other practical information Candid reviews of hotels and restaurants,plus sights, shopping, and nightlife Itineraries, walking tours, and trip-planning ideas Insider tips from local expert authors Amazon.com DVD: Atlanta, Georgia travel
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There is no better way to see America than on foot. And there is no better way to appreciate what you are looking at than with a walking tour. Whether you are preparing for a road trip or just out to look at your own town in a new way, a downloadable walking tour is ready to explore when you are.Each walking tour describes historical and architectural landmarks and provides pictures to help out when those pesky street addresses are missing. Every tour also includes a quick primer on identifying architectural styles seen on American streets. In 1837 an army engineer named Colonel Stephen Harriman Long drove a stake into the ground and Atlanta began. A year earlier the Georgia General Assembly had voted to build the Western and Atlantic Railroad to provide a trade route to the Midwest. There had been several contenders to be "Terminus" but surveyor Long apparently liked the relative flatness here to enable trains to turn around comfortably. The town that grew up on the railroad was first known as Thrasherville when Terminus was abandoned. John Thrasher led a work gang building the railroad and constructed houses and a general store for the workers. In 1842, when the population was about 30, the residents wanted to name the settlement after the sitting government Wilson Lumpkin but he asked them to name it after his daughter, instead, and Terminus became Marthasville. Just three years later, J. Edgar Thomson, the Chief Engineer of the Georgia Railroad,suggested that it be renamed to "Atlantica-Pacifica," which was quickly shortened to "Atlanta." In 1847 the town was incorporated as Atlanta, shortly after the first trains arrived. Atlanta had fewer than 10,000 people when it became an important railroad and military supply hub during the Civil War. On November 11, 1864, after a four-month siege, Union General William Tecumseh Sherman ordered the town burned to the ground. The burning of Atlanta would be immortalized in Margaret Mitchell's novel and film, Gone with the Wind, but Atlantans did not waste too much time wallowing in the drama. In 1868, Atlanta became the fifth city to serve as capital of Georgia. By 1870 the population had swelled to over 20,000 and the city was on course to becoming the business and transportation hub of the "New South." Along the way Atlanta decided to not to cling to its southern traditions in the way that its regional neighbors such as Savannah and Charleston did. Many of its modern downtown buildings sit on lots cleared two or three times of earlier structures. Our walking tour will begin where plenty of heritage buildings remain, however, and that is because they are underground... Author: Doug Gelbert Kindle Edition: 39 pages Kindle eBook Company: (2011-09-14) (2011-09-14) List Price: $0.99 Amazon Price: 
Skilled writer-journalist Tray Butler offers up his best advice on Atlanta—from the bustling financial Downtown district and to the historical draw of Sweet Auburn and the fabulous food and arts of Decatur. Butler includes unique trip strategies for a variety of travelers, such as The Two-Day Best of Atlanta and Food to Please the Soul. Including expert coverage of Centennial Olympic Park, the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site, the World of Coca-Cola, and Zoo Atlanta, Moon Atlanta gives travelers the tools they need to create a more personal and memorable experience. Author: Tray Butler Paperback: 208 pages Company: Avalon Travel Publishing (2009-08-18) ISBN: 1598802194 List Price: $16.95 Amazon Price: $1.99 Used Price: $0.82 
“Which is the bad side of town?”As a stranger in a strange place, we’ve all asked the question. Now, the Stay Safe series provides streetwise travelers with clear, at-the-fingertips answers. Each volume… - Has been carefully researched, employing governmental, law enforcement and other data; - Has been optimized for the kindle and compatible devices; - Offers multiple pages of electronic street maps; maps that display in B&W or color according to the e-reader’s specifications; - Is comprehensible at a moment’s glance, clearly pinpointing the city’s sketchier blocks and neighborhoods; - Includes detailed personal safety advice. This volume maps the more dangerous, higher crime districts of Atlanta, Georgia. Author: Michael Gard Kindle Edition: 19 pages Kindle eBook Company: Stay Safe Maps (2012-05-10) (2012-05-10) List Price: Amazon Price: 
Streetwise Atlanta Map - Laminated City Center Street Map of Atlanta, Georgia - Folding pocket size travel map with integrated Marta lines & stationsThis map covers the following areas: Known as the capital of the South, Atlanta, Georgia is a booming metropolis fueled by growth. The STREETWISE® Atlanta Map will guide you through all of the major neighborhoods and sites of this hot southern city. The center of Atlanta is Five Points, the star-shaped intersection formed by several major streets. East of Downtown, Sweet Auburn is the city’s African-American neighborhood. North of Sweet Auburn is Little Five Points, the center of Atlanta’s college and hip set. North of Downtown, Midtown is an upmarket entertainment and nightlife area. The West End, west of Downtown, is Atlanta’s oldest neighborhood. Further north is Buckhead, an upscale residential and business center. The list of places to visit and featured on the STREETWISE® map of Atlanta goes on and on. The Atlanta Area Map will get you in, out and around the city. Whether you are driving the perimeter (I-285) or heading to and from Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport, this detailed metro map navigates you around the region. The Marta mass transit system is conveniently overlaid on both main and area maps for those committed to travel by mass transit. A complete index of streets, hotels, points of interest, shopping, education, culture, transportation and parks is clearly listed on this laminated and easy to read Atlanta map. Our pocket size map of Atlanta is also laminated for durability and accordion folding for effortless use. The STREETWISE® Atlanta map is one of many detailed and easy-to-read city street maps designed and published by STREETWISE®. Buy your STREETWISE® Atlanta map today and you too can navigate Atlanta, Georgia like a native. For a larger selection of our detailed travel maps simply type STREETWISE MAPS into the Amazon search bar. 
Visit Georgia in a way most travelers don’t with this handy guide written by a passionate Georgian native as he leads you through Georgia’s byways and hidden treasures. Eight maps and twelve black-and-white illustrations complement his commentary. Author: William Schemmel Paperback: 240 pages Company: GPP Travel (2009-01-13) ISBN: 0762748613 List Price: $14.95 Amazon Price: $6.42 Used Price: $6.33 
Covers the abundance of natural areas within a two-hour drive of the city in 100 hikes, from challenging backcountry treks in the north Georgia mountains to easy dayhikes along the Chattahoochee River. The diverse trails pass through parks where families can observe wildlife, historical sites and old battlefields, and one of the largest wilderness areas in the Southeast. Highlights summarize each trip’s best features, and at-a-glance essential informationdistance, time, elevation change, and difficulty ratingmakes it easy to choose the right outing. Maps with GPS waypoints indicate notable spots on the trail such as junctions, scenic overlooks, wildlife observation platforms, and backcountry campsites. Author: MARCUS WOOLF Paperback: 376 pages Bargain Price Company: Wilderness Press (2009-04-15) List Price: $18.95 Amazon Price: $6.71 Used Price: $3.33 
Atlanta is one of the South’s premier cities, but it’s also home to some of the region’s most spectacular hiking and walking destinations. 60 Hikes Within 60 Miles: Atlanta helps readers find and enjoy the best nearby hikes, from Stone Mountain Park to the Georgia mountains, Sprewell Bluff to the Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park, and a wealth of locations in between. Hikes range from pleasant family strolls to challenging treks for those looking for a serious workout and in addition to scenic beauty, many of the hikes, such as Burnt Hickory Loop and Cheatham Hill Trail, have historical appeal. Others, like the Grant Park Loop and Atlantic Ramble, feature major Atlanta attractions. Expertly drawn maps and trail profiles complement detailed trail descriptions, while a handy list indicates special interests best hikes for children, scenic hikes, hikes for wildlife viewing, running trails, and more. Author: Randy Golden, Pam Golden Paperback: 252 pages Company: Menasha Ridge Press (2008-07-28) ISBN: 0897326733 List Price: $16.95 Amazon Price: $5.19 Used Price: $1.26
There is no better way to see America than on foot. And there is no better way to appreciate what you are looking at than with a walking tour. Whether you are preparing for a road trip or just out to look at your own town in a new way, a downloadable walking tour is ready to explore when you are.Each walking tour describes historical and architectural landmarks and provides pictures to help out when those pesky street addresses are missing. Every tour also includes a quick primer on identifying architectural styles seen on American streets. Midtown Atlanta has had a volatile history although it began peacefully as a pine forest north of the city. In 1848 most of the land above North Avenue - which was just that, the northern boundary of Atlanta - was purchased by Richard Peters to provide fuel to power his downtown flour mill. Over the next 40 years Peters subdivided the cleared forest lands and platted out residential lots; he built his own home at the corner of Peachtree and 4th streets. A few blocks north Peachtree Street looped around a thirty-foot ravine that came to be called "Tight Squeeze" for ne'er do wells and thieves that inhabited the area and made it a "tight squeeze getting through there with your life." In the 1880s the ravine was filled in and the riff-raff herded out which cleared the way for wealthy Atlantans to move in. By World War I the blocks between West Peachtree Street to the west and Piedmont Street to the east above 8th Street housed the city's elite. After World War II, however, the march to ever more distant suburbs began in earnest and the area was once again in decline, best described as "seedy." The pendulum swung back again in the 1980s and Midtown rebounded into the second most important financial district in Atlanta, with many of its skyscrapers. Alas, in the streets along the Peachtree Corridor, very little is left over of the area's original architecture including single-family homes and mansions. Our walking tour of Midtown will begin on that long-ago northern boundary of Atlanta, looking up at the highest of the high-rises... Author: Doug Gelbert Kindle Edition: 24 pages Kindle eBook Company: (2011-09-16) (2011-09-16) List Price: $0.99 Amazon Price: 
Insiders' Guide to Atlanta is the essential source for in-depth travel and relocation information to the Georgia's largest city. Written by a local (and true insider), this guide offers a personal and practical perspective of Atlanta and its surrounding environs. Author: Janice McDonald Paperback: 360 pages Bargain Price Company: Insiders' Guide (2010-05-04) List Price: $18.95 Amazon Price: $7.57 Used Price: $14.75 
Baseball fans can catch more than just a game at Turner Field, home of the Atlanta Braves, a museum, and more. See chapter 6. Detailed maps throughout Exact prices, directions, opening hours,and other practical information Candid reviews of hotels and restaurants,plus sights, shopping, and nightlife Itineraries, walking tours, and trip-planning ideas Insider tips from local expert authors |
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