Stone Mountain – an oustanding natural landmark of the southeastern USA
Stone Mountain, situated in Metro Atlanta, is North America’s biggest exposed granite dome and hosts sculptures of Jefferson Davies, Thomas ’Stonewall'Jackson and Robert E. Lee. The Town of Stone Mountain was incorporated back in 1839 and now has a population of around 7,000 people.
The Stone Mountain Park, which lies about 15 miles east of the city of Atlanta, is a beautiful woodland and the most impressive view in the local region is to be found from the top of the great granite landmark. Stone Mountain rises to 800 feet and provides superb panoramic views of Atlanta and the surrounding Georgian countryside. The summit can also be reached via a steep walk from near the Confederate Hall. However, a much easier and somewhat quicker option is to use the popular Sky Lift.
The park also hosts the impressive Lasershow Spectacular, which is an outstanding exhibition of light and colour and is projected onto the mountain in the night. The show is also free with the entrance to the park, however guests should be sure find good viewing spots on the lawn before it becomes packed out. To spend your travel money, there are plenty of places to eat, including the Bundos Market Restaurant, serving Italian cuisine and Sycamore Grill, which offers Southern cuisine.
Other parks located nearby include the Leila Mason Park, which is situated in the Shermantown neighbourhood and contains a baseball field and various other sports facilities. The McCurdy Park, which houses Stone Mountain’s Youth Athletic Association provides pleasant picnic areas and a popular playground called ’Jim’s Place’.
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