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Martin Luther King anniversary: the US Civil Rights Trail

Half a century on from the assassination of Martin Luther King, novelist Dolen Perkins-Valdez takes a moving trip on the newly opened trail, from the great man’s birthplace to the site of his death in Memphis

Published: 31 Mar 2018

Reading American cities Reading American cities: books about Atlanta

The literature of Atlanta reflects a history steeped in violence and racial tension. From Gone with the Wind to The Walking Dead, Anna Schachner explores the essential literary companions for the Georgian capital

Published: 16 Jul 2015

How Atlanta, Georgia, became America's hip-hop capital – video

We explore Atlanta's music scene with local DJs Speakerfoxxx and Karl Injex and graffiti artist Dr Dax, one of the original members of Outkast's crew

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Published: 28 Apr 2014

Atlanta city guide Top 10 hotels and B&Bs in Atlanta

Accommodation in Atlanta ranges from downtown hotels close to the major tourist attractions to B&Bs that allow you to take in the distinctive style and history of the city's neighbourhoods, says Tray Butler

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Atlanta city guide Top 10 outdoor attractions in Atlanta

Atlanta can be very hot, but it's outdoor attractions are pretty cool. Here are Debbie Michaud's picks of the city's best parks, scenic walks and architectural high point

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Atlanta city guide Top 10 independent shops in Atlanta

Whether you're looking for old vinyl, vintage boots, retro clothing or classic sportswear, Atlanta has a good range of smaller outlets, says Muriel Vega

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Atlanta city guide Gone with the Wind trail: the top 10 sights in Atlanta

Lee Howard makes an Atlanta pilgrimage of epic proportions to take in the sights of the movie Gone with the Wind, which celebrates its 75th birthday this year

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