Tourist Guide Macon
Known as the ‘Heart of Georgia’, the city of Macon is situated in Bibb County in central Georgia. It is made up of rolling hills in the north and flat plains in the south, and covers an area of 145.7 sq km. It has a population of around 100,000.
Macon has a humid, subtropical climate. The temperature in summer often reaches 35°C. In winter, the average temperature is around 5°C.
Originally the home to Creek Indians, the city was chartered as the county seat in 1823. The city’s trade grew due to its location on the Ocmulgee River. During the Civil War, the city served as a hospital for Confederate soldiers.
Known as the ‘Cherry Blossom Capital of the World’, the city is home to over 275,000 Yoshino cherry trees. The downtown area is lined with beautiful antebellum houses and a number of cathedrals and churches.
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