Atlanta is a city of immense culture, world-class sporting events, rich history and fine dining and entertainment. From the casual sports participant to the die-hard sports fan, Atlanta has much to celebrate in the world of sports. More big-time competitions are on the way as Atlanta prepares to play host to the PGA Championship in 2001 and the NCAA Men's Final Four in 2002 and 2007. One of Atlanta's marquee venues is Turner Field, which became the new home of the Atlanta Braves. Fans can enjoy interactive baseball games in Scouts Alley, stroll through the Braves Baseball Museum or enjoy ballpark cuisine in the Chop House, which overlooks the field.
Culture is front and center in Atlanta.
Visitors to Atlanta's many theaters, museums, galleries and concert halls can experience diverse art, drama, dance and music. It is home to many performing arts theatres, such as the Alliance Theatre, the Fox Theatre, the Rialto Theatre for Performing Arts and the Woodruff Arts Center. Atlanta is also home to extensive history, found at Georgia's Stone Mountain Park, the Martin Luther King National Park Historic Site, the Margaret Mitchell House and the Atlanta History Center. Atlanta's dining, night-life and attractions help make it the entertainment capital of the South. Atlanta offers fine cuisine from countries around the globe in many upscale and unique restaurants.