Located in the northwest of the southern state of Georgia, Atlanta is an exciting state capital with plenty of the traditional southern charm. As host to the 1996 Olympic Games, Atlanta has been beautified somewhat and offers a plethora of diverse and interesting attractions.

Martin Luther King, Jr Week: features seven days of religious services, concerts, performances and educational events as a tribute to the black rights activist and politician.

 Airport
Atlanta Hartsfield International Airport is only a few miles south of downtown Atlanta and is one of the world’s busiest airports, handling tens of millions of passengers every year. The airport has two terminals (North and South) that are linked by an underground train as well as a travelator. The North Terminal serves most international and domestic carriers and the South Terminal specifically serves Delta Airlines, Aeromexico, Air France, Sabena and South African Airways.

Banks: 09:00 to 15:00, Monday to Friday, sometimes Saturday mornings
Post Offices: 08:00 to 18:00, Monday to Friday, 09:00 to 15:00, Saturday
Department Stores and Shops: 10:00 to 21:00, some closed on Sundays
Museums: 09:00 to 17:00 (generally), daily, sometimes open on weekends
Business Offices: 09:00 to 17:00, Monday to Friday