Atlanta is the capital of Georgia and the ninth largest metropolitan area in the United States. The city has a population of roughly 5,278,904 stretched across two counties – Fulton County and DeKalb County. According to the 2000 census, the population of the metropolitan area of Atlanta is the fastest growing in the nation. The climate of Atlanta is humid subtropical meaning hot summers and mild winters. Atlanta is situated in the upper region of Georgia on a ridge below the Chattahoochee River.
Over the years, the City of Atlanta’s significance has grown from regional commerce to international importance. Atlanta is ranked third for having the most Fortune 500 company headquarters which displays the city’s economic importance. Atlanta is now considered the central metropolis for the Southeastern United States.
There is a wealth of tourist locations in Atlanta including Six Flags theme park, Georgia Aquarium, the World of Coca-Cola and Underground Atlanta. The city’s culture thrives on its museums and fine arts like the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site, the Fernbank Science Center, and the Atlanta Opera and Ballet. Other attractions include Zoo Atlanta, and Stone Mountain. The popular Atlanta Braves is the Major League Baseball team enjoyed by residents and fans among other sports teams like the Atlanta Falcons in the National Football League.