1. Nothing Beats The World's Largest Outdoor Cocktail Party
In Georgia, football is less a sport and more a religion. And no time is that more true than when the University of Georgia Bulldogs are playing the University of Florida Gators—so much so that the tailgate before kickoff has been famously dubbed the World's Largest Outdoor Cocktail Party.
2. How To Answer The Question, What'll Ya Have?
If you're ordering food at the legendary restaurant The Varsity, it tends to go something like this: A cashier says, "What'll ya have?" and you'll answer with the appropriate kitchen jargon, like, a red dog (a hot dog with ketchup) and a bag of rags (chips) with an F.O. (a frosted orange shake).
3. Sweet Doesn't Mean Extra Stevia
If anyone from Georgia is ordering a sweet tea, for the love of everything, do not give them a mug of Earl Grey with extra sugar packets. Sweet tea is something truly delicious and unique unto itself, so it’s not to be messed around with.
4. Allergies? What Allergies?
Georgians aren't taken down that easily. When the season comes along, yes, everyone's car and bike becomes yellow, covered in pollen, but locals? Can't feel a thing.
5. You Only Need Three Pairs Of Shoes
With the weather, flip flops, Sperrys, and Chacos are all you'll need in Georgia. Locals also know they'll likely have a flip flop tan on Christmas Day. And even if it's cold, you'll probably see everyone in shorts anyway.
6. It's Called A Coke
No matter if it's a Dr. Pepper or another dark soda, to Georgians, it's always a Coke.
7. The Best Kind Of House Has Waffles
Waffle House is a cultural icon to Georgia, with its headquarters in Gwinnett County. There are so many diner-style, crave-worthy spots across the state that they'll often pop up when you're giving directions from here to there.
8. The Whole Country Is Pronouncing It Wrong
Ask any Georgian, y'all are pronouncing Atlanta wrong; it's "Add-lanna." But it's not them that have the accent, it's everyone else in the country. Locals also learn at a young age how to properly pronounce Chickamauga, DeKalb, Dahlonega, Smyrna, Valdosta, Okefenokee, and Willacoochee.
9. Everyone Knows A Ramblin' Wreck
No, it's not a put-down. Everyone in Georgia knows that according to its fight song, some people are just ramblin' wrecks from Georgia Tech and darn good engineers.
10. All Y'all Should Know This
When it's one person, it's "you." Two to four calls for "y'all." But if you're speaking with five or more people, you always go with "all y'all."
11. Peachtree This and Peachtree That
In Atlanta, roads, parks, buildings, and so much more are named "Peachtree," despite the lack of those trees anywhere around. However, head to the country and find the most delicious peaches you've ever had.
12. Georgia’s Buildings Are Royalty
The Concourse at Landmark Center, more popularly known as the King and Queen Towers, are iconic to Georgia. These two dual buildings got the famous names because the white lattice "crowns" on the top resemble chess pieces.
13. Atlanta Has The Best Party In The Park
Centennial Olympic Park once hosted the greatest athletes in the world, but today it hosts some of the greatest outdoor festivals and concerts in Georgia, including the famous Party in the Park and the Fourth of July celebration.
14. Georgia Is The Land Of The Free, Home Of The Braves
The Atlanta Braves may be known as "America's Team," but come springtime, they completely belong to Georgia. The Braves have a major rivalry with the New York Mets and the Philadelphia Phillies—the latter because the two teams are tied for the most National League East division titles, at a whopping 11, with the Braves holding it consecutively from 1995 until 2005.
15. This Tree Has No Master
Legend has it that a white oak tree in Athens was so cherished by its owner Colonel William Henry Jackson, that he deeded its ownership to the tree itself.
Though the Tree That Owns Itself died in the 1940s, its acorns sprouted a new tree in its place, called the Son of the Tree That Owns Itself. It has become a huge part of Athens folklore, appearing on “Ripley's Believe it or Not.”
16. If You're Thirsty For Beer, You Go Here
The beer selection at Brick Store Pub in Decatur is unparalleled. And even better, its owners are locals from Athens and they are seriously knowledgeable about everything they put on draft.
17. Outstanding Farmers Mean Outstanding Farmers’ Markets
Georgia has some of the best farmers in the country, including the famous Pearson farmers, and when they're this good, you know locals will get some incredible farmers markets. For juicy peaches, sweet corn, and all kinds of homemade concoctions, you have to hit the Decatur Farmers Market, the Green Market at Piedmont Park, and so many more.
18. Georgia Is Home To The Most Famous People In The World
Two words: Julia Roberts. But it's not just America's Sweetheart that calls Georgia home, Dakota and Elle Fanning, Dianna Agron, Kim Basinger, Holly Hunter, Robert Patrick, Burt Reynolds, Steven Soderbergh, Jeff Daniels, Laurence Fishburne, Chris Tucker, Spike Lee, and so, so, so many more massive names were born here.
19. This Historic District Is So Much Better Than Yours
The Savannah Historic District is one of the largest of its kind in the whole country, and it’s beautiful with its architecture and vast green spaces. It's also where one of the oldest public museums in the South, Telfair Academy of Arts and Sciences, and the First African Baptist Church reside.
20. Georgians Are Always Ready For Some Football
The Georgia Dome is packed to the brim on football Sundays to cheer on the Atlanta Falcons, headed up by Matt Ryan.
21. Natural Beauty Is Everywhere
Georgia is home to some of the most gorgeous and renowned botanical gardens of the state, particularly Botanical Garden of Georgia and the Atlanta Botanical Garden, which is famous for its flower and plant topiaries.
22. Ghosts Live In Pink Houses
The historic Olde Pink House in Savannah is famous for its perfect romantic dinners of delicious Southern food, but it's also a popular spot for ghost hunters who are searching for the spirit of one of its original residents, James Habersham Jr.
23. This Is Where You’ll Find Your Dream Car
Car enthusiasts flock from far and wide (even celebrities) to the High Museum of Art in Atlanta for its Dream Car exhibit, where some of the most famous and desired automobiles are on display.
24. This City Has The Best Hiking Spots
Helen, Georgia has so many stunning places to hike, it's almost not fair to the rest of the country. With breathtaking waterfalls like the Anna Ruby Falls and Dukes Creek Falls Trail, and cool spots like Raven Cliffs and Unicoi State Park, this is the place to be if you’re outdoorsy.
25. Locals Will Correct Your Pronunciation As You Stuff Your Face With Pecan Pie
Georgians make the best pecan pie in the whole country, and they'll be sure to let you know just how to say it as your shoveling another delicious mouthful in your mouth.
26. All Four Seasons Happen In A Day, Not A Year
Sure, it might start out raining or chilly, but then it will be a gorgeous sunny day, then suddenly super hot. But Georgians know that this unpredictability is just part of being a local.
27. Where To Go To Touch A Dolphin
No, it's not out in the middle of the Atlantic, the Georgia Aquarium is a magical place that doesn't just let you see marine life, but get up close and personal with it at programs that allow you to swim with dolphins, touch penguins, and get in the water with whale sharks and manta rays—if you dare.
28. This Condiment Goes On Everything
In Georgia, it's salt, pepper, and tabasco. If you want to add a little heat to basically anything you are eating, tabasco is a must.
29. The Natural Beauty Of Island Life
Nowhere else on the East Coast can compare natural beauty with the unspoiled Georgian Islands. Sea Island has Millionaire's Row, Cumberland Island is essentially entirely a National Seashore, Daufuskie Island was the setting of Pat Conroy's book “The Water is Wide,” and Jekyll Island hosts championship golf.
30. Saturdays You Go Between The Hedges
The University of Georgia doesn't just have the best mascot, the famous Bulldog, it's also home to some of the most rabid football fans in the country, and they pack in "between the hedges" for every home game to cheer on their team.
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