You don’t have to travel far to see some amazing sights. Georgia is full of beautiful trees and spacious country land. What you may not realize is that we have our own small world wonders right here in Georgia! From our own version of the grand canyon to the mysterious rainbow hall, here are 15 amazing views to see and incredible places to visit in Georgia.
- Baker County, GA fields.
Steve Robinson via Flickr Georgia is filled with beautiful, sprawling land and fields. Out in the country one can see the clear blue skies and greenland as far as the eye can see. Paired with a nostalgic old gas station, this image captures the essence of Georgia.
- Centennial Park
This 21 acre public park was built in preparation for the 1996 Olympics, and is set in the center of the city. It’s known for the millions of visitors it attracts each year.
- The bridge between Copperhill, TN and McCayesville, GA
Pat Henson via Flickr This is a sight of the bridge between GA and TN. It’s like a sight out of a picture book with its peaceful yet magical feel.
- DuBignon Cottage at Jekyll Island
Kay Gaensler via Flickr This cottage was built by John Eugene DuBignon in 1884. This beautiful home once served the overflow of the Jekyll Island Club House.
- Okefenokee Swamp
jojakeman / Flickr Visiting the Okefenokee Swamp is another memorable trip that every Georgia resident should take. The Okefenokee Swamp is also one of the most extensive 7 natural wonders of Georgia.
- Gibbs Garden in Ball Ground
JR P via Flickr Gibbs Garden is a southern premire destination for horticulture enthusiasts. Located in Cherokee County right outside the city of Atlanta, this beautfiul property is one of the largest residential gardens in the world. Jim Gibbs created this 220 acre garden with nearly 19 ponds, 24 lakes, and 32 bridge crossings.
- Jekyll Island Club Hotel
Kay Gaensler via Flickr A beautiful Georgia destination where, according to Kay Gaensler, the time stands still, Jekyll Island Club House is a southern favorite.
- Lovers Leap at Lookout Mountain
Kay Gaensler via Flickr This breathtaking view of Lovers Leap can be found in Rock City atop of Lookout Mountain. It is a few miles away from Chattanooga, TN, and is home to the “See 7 States” panorama view.
- Providence Canyon
Kay Gaensler via Flickr This canyon is nicknamed the “Grand Canyon” of Georgia and is actually one of the 7 wonders of Georgia! Told you we had our own world wonders right here in our backyards.
- Rainbow Hall
Kay Gaensler via Flickr This wondrous view is another attraction in Rock City. There are colored gels in the windows that create the illusion of walking through a rainbow.
- St. Andrews Beach
Evangello Gonzalez via Flickr St. Andrews Beach is located on Jekyll Island. Jekyll Island is located near Savannah, GA, and has two other beaches, Driftwood Beach, and Glory Beach.
- St. Simons Island
Evangelio Gonzalez via Flickr St. Simons Island is part of the Golden Isles chain near Brunswick, GA. This 18 mile island is full of recreational activities.
- Seminole State Park in Georgia
Sébastien Mamy This beautiful view of Seminole Lake was taken during the sunrise when the fog flirted with the top of the water. This beautiful state park is over 37,000 acres, and many visitors set up camp close to the lake for boating, fishing, and to just experience nature.
- Early morning fog in Conyers, GA
JOn Gos via Flickr This image brings back childhood memories of dewy fog hovering mysteriously over the farmland during the early mornings. There was something always magical about those moments.
These 15 beautiful views are just the tip of the iceberg of the wonderful things to see in Georgia. Because Georgia is full of sprawling land and untouched nature, one has the opportunity to see the many natural gifts of the Earth. Do you know of any other magical places in Georgia? Let us know!
Steve Robinson via Flickr
Georgia is filled with beautiful, sprawling land and fields. Out in the country one can see the clear blue skies and greenland as far as the eye can see. Paired with a nostalgic old gas station, this image captures the essence of Georgia.
This 21 acre public park was built in preparation for the 1996 Olympics, and is set in the center of the city. It’s known for the millions of visitors it attracts each year.
Pat Henson via Flickr
This is a sight of the bridge between GA and TN. It’s like a sight out of a picture book with its peaceful yet magical feel.
Kay Gaensler via Flickr
This cottage was built by John Eugene DuBignon in 1884. This beautiful home once served the overflow of the Jekyll Island Club House.
jojakeman / Flickr
Visiting the Okefenokee Swamp is another memorable trip that every Georgia resident should take. The Okefenokee Swamp is also one of the most extensive 7 natural wonders of Georgia.
JR P via Flickr
Gibbs Garden is a southern premire destination for horticulture enthusiasts. Located in Cherokee County right outside the city of Atlanta, this beautfiul property is one of the largest residential gardens in the world. Jim Gibbs created this 220 acre garden with nearly 19 ponds, 24 lakes, and 32 bridge crossings.
A beautiful Georgia destination where, according to Kay Gaensler, the time stands still, Jekyll Island Club House is a southern favorite.
This breathtaking view of Lovers Leap can be found in Rock City atop of Lookout Mountain. It is a few miles away from Chattanooga, TN, and is home to the “See 7 States” panorama view.
This canyon is nicknamed the “Grand Canyon” of Georgia and is actually one of the 7 wonders of Georgia! Told you we had our own world wonders right here in our backyards.
This wondrous view is another attraction in Rock City. There are colored gels in the windows that create the illusion of walking through a rainbow.
Evangello Gonzalez via Flickr
St. Andrews Beach is located on Jekyll Island. Jekyll Island is located near Savannah, GA, and has two other beaches, Driftwood Beach, and Glory Beach.
Evangelio Gonzalez via Flickr
St. Simons Island is part of the Golden Isles chain near Brunswick, GA. This 18 mile island is full of recreational activities.
Sébastien Mamy
This beautiful view of Seminole Lake was taken during the sunrise when the fog flirted with the top of the water. This beautiful state park is over 37,000 acres, and many visitors set up camp close to the lake for boating, fishing, and to just experience nature.
JOn Gos via Flickr
This image brings back childhood memories of dewy fog hovering mysteriously over the farmland during the early mornings. There was something always magical about those moments.
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