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One of the original thirteen colonies, Georgia is the 24th largest state in America. It's situated in the southeastern region of the country, with borders to Tennessee, North Carolina, South Carolina, Alabama, and Florida, with a portion of the state of Georgia also on the Atlantic Coast. In terms of physical size, Georgia covers an area of 59,425 square miles. Nicknamed the 'Peach State', Georgia was originally named after King George II of Great Britain. The state has a rich history, being one of the original Confederate states and playing a major role in the American Revolution and Civil War. The capital city of Georgia is Atlanta, which is also the largest city in the state. The Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell Metropolitan Statistical Area is the biggest metro area in the state of Georgia. Here are some key details and overviews on the largest cities of Georgia.
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