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Columbus Essential Info
Overview
Columbus, Georgia is a city in Georgia's Classic Heartland, near the Chattahoochee River and bordering Alabama. It is known for its Southern hospitality and unique attractions.
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Basics
Best Time To Go
Oct-May
Current Time
Current Weather
79 °F
Clear
Fun Facts
- In the 1860s, Columbus pharmacist John Pemberton invented the recipe for everyone’s favorite soft drink now called Coca Cola.
- Royal Crown Cola also known as RC Cola was also invented in Columbus by another pharmacist in 1905.
- Fort Benning in Columbus is the largest infantry camp in the world.
- The Riverwalk in Columbus is the world’s largest urban white water rafting course.
- Columbus’ nickname is Fountain City because of the large amount of water feaures in the city.
Popular Foods
- Mac n’ Cheese
- Biscuits and Gravy
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