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 Augusta
is on the entire world’s mind when the Masters Golf Tournament is played
each year. People become fans who never play or watch golf on
television. Possibly it is the drama that unfolds each year with the
fans wanting their favorite player to win the coveted green jacket that
is given to the winner of the Masters tournament. Or possibly some fans
want to see the beautiful course, for there is none on the tour that is
more beautiful than Augusta National at Masters time. Even the casual
observer has to be impressed with the beauty of the course, especially
the azaleas, which are normally in full bloom during the tournament. And
the dogwood trees are delightful.
The legendary Augusta course was designed by golfing legend Bobby Jones.
It was built on the site of a former nursery and there is no course more
beautiful or challenging in the world. This course is at the top of
every amateur golfer’s list of most desirable course to play list.
There are many more things to do in Augusta besides play golf. The
Savannah River is a big part of life in Augusta. From the times that it
rises above it’s banks to enjoying a casual stroll on Riverwalk a large
part of Augusta’s revitalization effort. Riverwalk is wonderful to enjoy
a tree shaded picnic, or one of the many concerts that the city of
Augusta sponsors during the year. Riverwalk is surrounded by hotels,
shops, pubs, and restaurants that make the residents of Augusta proud of
their city’s revitalization efforts, and rightly so.
During the past when cotton was king in the south, Augusta was the
second largest cotton market in the world. Bales of cotton were stacked
along the Savannah River waiting for export to foreign markets and it is
believed a person could walk a mile on top of the bales. During this
period Augusta evolved into a leading textile manufacturer and the
Augusta canal was built to provide the water to power the mills that
sprang up in this
area. Augusta was home to the two Georgia men to sign the Declaration of
Independence and it was also the childhood home of President Woodrow
Wilson.
Eco Tourism is alive, well and growing in Augusta. The Augusta Canal
Interpretative Center is a good place to get a feel for the cotton and
textile industries with the models and films, and with working mill
machines you will have the opportunity to see cotton become cloth. The
center is very interesting and very much worth the visit. Also visit the
Phinizy Swamp and walk specially constructed board walks and you may see
reptiles, snakes and even bobcats during your tour. Augusta has numerous
galleries and museums for the folks who prefer indoor tourism.
Augusta has a world of lodging choices, numerous restaurants, and night
time entertainment for the visitor. Y’all come soon now ya’ hear. |
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