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Tallapoosa, Ga.
Murray Co.Ga
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Road Trip: Must See Historic Tallapoosa , Georgia Beautiful old homes, Unique Shops, Local Flavor, Museum, & Cool Events
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Tallapoosa
Tallapoosa is west of Bremen, Ga or US 27 about 10 miles if your travelling I-20. Tallapoosa is about 20 miles east of Heflin Alabama. Together, these towns became important to the new railroad that would bring tourist and products across the country beginning in the 1880s.
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The Creek Indian word for "Golden River" became the city name known today as Tallapoosa. During the early 1800s, gold had been discovered in Georgia. The end result would be the removal of Native Americans that would lead to the Trail of Tears.
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When the Railroad came through the town in 1882, Tallapoosa was a popular travel destination. The Lithia Springs Resort Hotel reserved rooms from across the nation and Europe starting in 1882. The city boasted of having the largest of its kind east of the Mississippi. A train ride from New York to Tallapoosa totaled more than $1100 for a round trip ticket that would have cost only $38, at that time.
When Prohibition of 1920 was made law and the Great Depression of 1929 began, the hotel soon would be left in ruins. The hotel would be dismantled and used as building materials for locals who built homes in the area.
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Enjoy a walking tour and see many of the historic buildings. There are several old beautiful homes. One of th e historic homes is the location of Allen's Florist and has been apart of the community for over thirty years. A book at the florist that covers the walking tour can be purchased. Learn the stories behind some of the beautiful old homes around Tallapoosa. Allen's Florist offers Christmas Open House every Thanksgiving Afternoon. They have been celebrating this tradition for many years. Carriage Rides are one of the activities that are often available. .
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It seems like Christmas is growing closer every year with the passing of the seasons. Its often more noticeable the older one gets. Finding the perfect gift isn't always easy. However, shopping in Tallapoosa is worth the visit. There are a variety of gift shops in town and one can spend an afternoon browsing till their heart's content. One of the stores that is a must stop is Brooks Boutique. They offer the latest styles and you will enjoy the selection. Plan to add Tallapoosa to your shopping itinerary.
The Liphams Department Store looks the same as it did in 1895 when the doors were openned. Today, a great great granddaughter runs the store. Once can actually feel what it must have been like to be around at the close of the century. Today, one can find the latest fashions and old fashion customer service handed down as a family tradition.
Outdoor adventure floats down the river with launching places along the Tallapoosa. Rentals are available or bring your own and enjoy over 20 miles. Its part of the Paddle The Poosa Program. All you need is sometime for a liesurely afternoon on a beautiful day. For more information: https://www.visitharalson.org/paddle
Restaurants in downtown Tallapoosa bring local flavor to a new level. There are several popular places that one can satisfy their taste buds. You will want to visit the K & M Coffee Company for breakfast or lunch. Also, they have a selection of homemade desserts.
On bothsides of the tracks, one can find a quaint town with an abundance of history, beautiful old homes, walking tours, boutiques, a museum, coffee shop, and local flavor. One can stay busy for an entire afternoon. When you get tired of the traffic, take a liesurely ride down the river. They are convenient to I-20 and not too far from the Alabama line. Tallapoosa has its own Visitor Information Center worth visiting. Plan your visit across NW Georgia, but begin your road trip in Tallapoosa.
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MORE INFO: Haralson County Chamber 70 Murphy Campus Blvd. Waco, Georgia Phone 770-537-5594 VisitHaralson.org
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