There are many countries in the world and all countries have their capital. Some are very famous. Among those Capital cities, one is called Atlanta. Atlanta is not only the Capital but also the most Population city in the U.S. It is in Georgia. It has almost 498,715 populations. It is not only the eighth most populous city in the Southeast but also the 38th most populous city in the United States. It was recorded according to the 2020 U.S. census.
It is much Atlanta metropolitan area. It is home to 6.1 million people. It is the 8th largest and eighth-largest metropolitan area in the United States. This place is situated among the Appalachian Mountains. It is over 1000 feet (300) above sea level. It has rolling hills, lush greenery, and the most dense urban tree coverage of any major city in the United States.
Atlanta city was founded as the terminus. It was a major state-sponsored railroad. But it became the convergence point among several railroads. The largest was the Western and Atlantic Railroad. Atlanta's name was derived from it. It played a strategically important role for the Confederacy during American Civil War. It played till 1864. The place had burned completely during General William T. Sherman's March to the Sea.
But, it came out from this and became a national industrial center and the unofficial capital of the New South. It also became a manufacturing and technology hub city after World War II. Then, it became a major organizing center of the American Civil Rights Movement, with Martin Luther King Jr., Ralph David Abernathy, and many other locals during 1950 and 1960. They also became prominent figures in the movement's leadership. Now, Atlanta is progressing and has stayed true to its reputation as a major center of transportation. It has a Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport. It is becoming the world's busiest airport by passenger traffic in 1998.
Let’s talk about the atlanta hotels near airport. There are many hotels near the airport but we will talk about some best hotels. If you visit also go there.
Renaissance Atlanta Airport Gateway Hotel
When you zip down the airport SkyTrain.You will see the Renaissance Atlanta Airport Gateway Hotel. It is also a part of the complex. The rooms are very beautiful, clean, modern, and sleek. Rooms are of bathrooms, exposed concrete ceilings, and black-and-white murals. There is also a restaurant, Hickory & Hazel, for classic Southern dishes. Their serving system is unique and the best. They are served with a modern twist: think hushpuppies topped with a bourbon cider glaze, or sweet tea-brined chicken and waffles, and they are served with local beers on tap.
Atlanta Airport Marriott Gateway
Atlanta Airport Marriott Gateway is also a good hotel. It is connected to both the airport SkyTrain and the Georgia International Convention Center. They have bright and open suites with plenty of natural light and extra large workspaces. If you take it for the whole day, you can dip in the indoor saltwater pool. You can grab a bite in the concierge lounge, charcuterie boards, salads, and sweets are laid out five nights a week.
Best Western Plus Atlanta Airport-East
If you go northeast end of the airport and just off I-75, it will be your best choice. If you go for visiting the city, there are plenty of restaurants near it. They have a 24-hour IHOP in the parking lot. There is also a shuttle bus that runs to and from the airport. There are brightly colored rooms. You can view planes taking off and landing all day long. You will like this if you like plan views.
The Westin Atlanta Airport
This hotel is across I-85. Shuttle buses run there. There is also a car rental near it. The room has a plush bed and bath linen. It will help you feel relaxed. There is also a craft cocktail from Martini’s, the lobby bar. If you go there do not forget to eat a meal at Cecilia’s. People like to eat fried pickles with ranch, Savannah-style corn and crab chowder, and Lowcountry shrimp there.
The Social Goat Bed and Breakfast
It is a little far. If you drive 17 minutes from ATL and five minutes from Zoo Atlanta. They provide an outdoor oasis, with ducks, chickens, cats, and koi fish in the backyard. If you visit you will also get spacious suites with historic touches. They have stained-glass windows to 114-year-old pine floors. You will also get the benefit of the menagerie outside. You will be given farm-fresh eggs for breakfast each morning.
Atlanta Economy
Atlanta is the tenth largest economy of cities in the U.S. with a gross domestic product (GDP) of $406 billion. It is also the 20th largest economy of cities in the world. Its economy is on industries, transportation, aerospace, logistics, healthcare, news and media operations, film and television production, information technology, finance, biomedical research, and public policy.
Sister cities
There are many sister cities of it which are
- . Montego Bay, Jamaica (1972)
- Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (1972)
- Lagos, Nigeria (1974)
- Toulouse, France (1974)
- Newcastle upon Tyne, England, UK (1977)
- Taipei, Taiwan (1979)
- Daegu, South Korea (1981)
- Brussels, Belgium (1983)
- Port of Spain, Trinidad, and Tobago (1987)
- Tbilisi, Georgia (1988)
- Olympia, Greece (1994)
- Bucharest, Romania (1994)
- Cotonou, Benin (1995)
- Salcedo, Dominican Republic (1996)
- Torrejon de Ardoz, Spain (1996)
- Nuremberg, Germany (1998)
- Ra'anana, Israel (2000)
- Fukuoka, Japan (2005)
- Sassari, Italy (2020)