The State of Georgia is part of the American Southeast, or simply, "The South." Distinct, yet diverse geographical features and topography differentiate the Peach State from the greater Southeast region. Georgia's climate is similar to that of the South, but varies somewhat according to elevation. Georgia, and its largest city Atlanta, is recognized internationally as a major transportation hub because of this strategic geography.
Location
Georgia is located in the American South and shares borders with Alabama, Tennessee, North Carolina, South Carolina and Florida. State lines do not follow exact latitude and longitude coordinates, but are usually related to natural barriers at the Atlantic Ocean, and the Savannah, Tugaloo, Chattahoochee and Saint Mary's rivers.
Features
Georgia's topographic features include the Blue Ridge chain of Appalachian Mountains in the north, which transition into the hilly Piedmont and red clay that covers the northwestern half of the state above the Fall Line. The Fall Line generally runs between Augusta, Macon and Columbus---marking the transition point between the flat coastal plain and the Piedmont. Georgia's Atlantic Coast features Jekyll Island and is ideal for tourism.
Large Cities
Atlanta is Georgia's state capital and largest city ranked by population. It is one of America's top-10 metropolitan areas and represents the cultural and financial capital of the South. Augusta, Columbus, Savannah, Athens and Macon are Georgia's next most-populated cities.
Climate
The majority of Georgia features a humid subtropical climate that is identified with hot summers and warm winters. Extreme weather is often associated with hurricanes and tornadoes that trek into the coastal plain and Piedmont. Georgia's northern mountains and hills do receive snow and ice precipitation in winter.
Getting There
Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport is often cited as the busiest airport in the world. Atlanta is also the focal point for Interstates 20, 75 and 85, which connect Georgia to the Southeast, Midwest and Florida. Interstate 95 runs along the Eastern Seaboard and Georgia's coast.
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