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Athens, Georgia (downtown Athens - Map - PDF file) Located in the rolling foothills of northern Georgia's Blue Ridge Mountains, Athens radiates a vibrancy and energy unlike any other place. With a population of 100,000 in Athens-Clarke County and a lively university of 32,000 students, Athens is always active. More than just a great college town, Athens is alive with
history, dining, art, culture, music, recreation, and entertainment.
Athens' historic houses, buildings, and neighborhoods are steeped in
Southern history. In Athens, the birthplace of R.E.M. and the B-52's,
live music can be heard every night of the week. Galleries and museums
showcase local and worldwide artistic talent, while close proximity
to national and state parks offer many recreational opportunities. Broadway
shows, music festivals, and headline acts often stop in Athens, while
award-winning restaurants and unique shops abound. Indeed, Athens, Georgia's
"Classic City," has something for everyone.
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