Rome (Georgia)
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Rome is a city that was founded at the convergence of the Etowah and Oostanaula rivers in Georgia's Historic High Country.The city was named for the seven hills around the city, and was land taken from the Treaty of New Echota.
Understand
The city played a role in the Civil War and the Atlanta Campaign.
This was also a trading place for cotton and other goods.
In the 20th Century, it became a carpet/textile city.
This was also a trading place for cotton and other goods.
In the 20th Century, it became a carpet/textile city.
See
- Chieftain's Museum, the home of Major Ridge
- The City Tower, formally a water tower, now a clock.
- Berry College -the world's largest college campus, visit the waterwheel, Possum Trot, Martha Berry museum.
Do
- Rome Symphony Orchestra
- Rome Braves, A Baseball Affiliates of the Atlanta Braves
Buy
Mel & Mimi's
Alex's
Blue Sky Outfitters
Elysium Inc Sterling Silver Jewelry
Eat
- Harvest Moon Cafe, Broad Street. American burger resturant.
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Blue Fin
Japanese based noodles and sushi. - Schroeder's, Broad Street.
Drink
The Moon Roof at Harvest MoonOutdoor, heated environment, live music on the weekends.
- 400 Block Bar Also on Broad St., more upscale, attached to La Scala Italian Ristorante
- Old Havana This too, on Broad, they sell cigars, beer, and wine. On Thursdays they have live jazz musicians come in.
Sleep
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address: 100-110 West 2nd Avenue
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address: 217 Highway 411 E
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address: Hwy 411 East & Chateau Road