Alpharetta
Its hard to imagine an area presenting a perfect blend of hometown charm and big-city sophistication. Alpharetta feels deserted where old South hospitality and new South imagination come together.

Hangout here in Alpharetta just minutes from the North Georgia Mountains and you will appreciate every side of the prism. Be it catching a play in theaters, playing in parks, appeasing the appetite at restaurants or shopping at arcades, all await you at Alpharetta to find hidden treasures of the city. Experience a land of merry-go-round people which offers its dwellers as well as visitors the best of both worlds.

Located 14 miles north of Atlantas central business district and 28 expressway-miles from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport is the city of Alpharetta, Fulton County, Georgia, United States. According to US census 2006 estimates, Alpharetta had a total population of 43,424.

Chosen for its location next to a spring, Alpharetta began as a campground, and was primarily known as New Prospect Camp Ground until late 1958. Not before 1931, the city officially chartered and became the county seat of Milton County, when Milton was merged with Fulton County to avoid bankruptcy during the course of Great Depression.

The city had no railroad for the rarity of area when it was founded. Today, being one of the farthest-out large suburbs in metro Atlanta, Alpharetta features several mid-rise buildings, which houses many high-tech companies including Hewlett-Packard, UPS Supply Chain Solutions, Radiant Systems, NetBank, Lucent, Nortel, IBM, Sun Microsystems, AT&T, Siemens, Verizon, Verizon Wireless, Alltel, E-Trade, Hansgrohe, and ChoicePoint.

Arts & Culture
Alpharetta with the surrounding areas are home to several performing arts venues exhibiting a diverse range of cultural activities. However, the arts scene in Alpharetta particularly is as lively as ever. It features several performing arts venues, numerous galleries and shops, hundreds of brilliant artists, and incredible artistic and cultural events.

Alpharetta is home to exceptionally talented local blues, rock, country and jazz musicians. The city will soon host even more big-name performers who are sure to wow the audience. The citys already electrifying music scene is set to explode with the opening of the Verizon Wireless Amphitheater.

This 12,000 seated huge outdoor concert venue is owned and operated by the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra. It is expected to hold approximately 55 events during its inaugural year featuring concerts, community events and movie nights. Moreover, Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre takes pride to be the outdoor home to the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra.

The rhythm of the Alpharettas lively cultural scene is electrifying and people here find every reason a reason to celebrate. In Downtown Alpharetta youll come across numerous only-of-its-kind art galleries, ranging from antiques to folk arts. When visitors are done with shopping, be a part of the many Alpharetta mesmerizing festivals and events dedicated to arts and culture.

Outdoor Adventures
The citys scenic sites entice visitors to spend time outdoors. Whether you prefer to take a relaxing stroll or an invigorating bike ride, the Big Creek Greenway provides ample opportunity in ideal setting. Explore a variety of mesmerizing outdoor activities Alpharetta is noted for. Also stroll along award winning parks and playgrounds characterized for offering a wide range of activities.

Hospitality Highway connects visitors to all the areas extraordinary attractions from the energetic metro area to the tranquil mountains of North Georgia. This amazing expansion of highway is also named as Georgia 400 and is filled with historic downtowns as well as busy city centers.

The area is a complete package of attraction brimming with local flavors, unparalleled shopping, cultural experiences, and thousands of opportunities to treat to the great outdoors.

Explore an exuberant downtown district that has managed marvelously to maintain its small town charm while earning a sophisticated stature. Experience the charm, beauty and tranquility of award-winning parks; championship golf courses and numerous outdoor adventures that have tall trees and scenic landscapes in surroundings. You m ay either enjoy world-class shopping, with name brand stores and adorable antiques.

Another interesting site grabbing the attention of visitors as well as dwellers alike is the Alpharetta Welcome Center, located in the heart of downtown district. Drop by it for a glimpse into the vitality of Alpharetta. To find out whats happening in the city, pick up a local calendar of events and learn to make the most of your time.

Since the best of Georgia starts here, learn where to stroll a six mile path meandering through unspoiled countryside. The Welcome Center is the best source for information on nearly all that awesome Alpharetta has to offer.