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Canton is a quaint city within Cherokee County, home to a population of nearly 23,000 residents. The city's historic downtown district is preserved throughout the Canton Main Street Program, offering a wide variety of shops, restaurants, and attractions in an area bounded by North, Railroad, West Marietta, John T. Pettit, and East Main Streets.
The vibrant Blue Ridge Mountains river town is also home to many public parks and urban green spaces, offering opportunities for hiking, biking, and outdoor recreational activities at sites such as Boling Park, Heritage Park, and the 58-acre Etowah River Park, which offers an outdoor amphitheater and connects to the Etowah River Trail. Public special events hosted throughout the year include the rain-or-shine Canton Farmers' Market, First Friday music and art events, and the city's annual Chili Cook-Off.
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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