Atlanta, Georgia is a vibrant city with a rich and colourful past.
Atlanta’s history began in 1837 when the city was built as the final destination on the Western and Atlantic railroad line. The city was originally called Marthasville in honour of the Governor’s daughter. Railroad connections earned the nickname “Terminus”, and the city’s name was eventually changed to Atlanta, the feminine form of Atlantic, another railroad reference.
Since its humble beginning, Atlanta has quickly grown. Even in today’s expansive industrial and commercial world, Atlanta is known as one of the largest transportation hubs across the United States and worldwide. The Hartsfield Atlanta International Airport is one of the country’s busiest in terms of daily passenger flights. With several direct flights to Europe, Asia and South America, metro Atlanta has become a more accessible home to over 1,000 international businesses. Because of these international flights, more than 50 countries now enjoy representation in Atlanta through trade offices, consulates and chambers of commerce. These developments helped Atlanta grow into an important...