Travel in Augusta has a combination of city comforts and country flame which includes unique celebrations and a distinct culture. Augusta is a Southern city of charm and grace. Augusta located along the banks of the Savannah River, is the Georgia's second-oldest city.
Augusta is perhaps popular for being the home of one of the world's most prominent professional golf tournaments called the Masters. If you are planning a tour to Augusta , then apart from visiting the popular places of this city you must be a part of the numerous festivals, which take place in Augusta, to know more about the cultural aspects of the city. Few of these festivals are discussed below:
Augusta Southern Nationals Dragon Boat Race :
This exciting event in Augusta is the world's amplest drag boat race which is going strong for over 15 years. This festival takes place on the Savannah River.
Riverblast July Fourth Celebrations:
The city of Augusta celebrates Independence Day every year. Along with the banks of the Savannah River you can enjoy sights and sounds of colorful and sonic fireworks. In this festive time you can buy funnel cakes, beer, hot dogs, and remembrance t-shirts from the street sellers.
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Few of the tourist destinations in your travel to Augusta are discussed below:
Confederate Museum:
Confederate Museum is considered as a precise depiction of the history of one of the most tragic periods in America's past. In your travel to Augusta, here you can see the events without ornamentation or revisionism. The museum is home to numerous artifacts and displays portraying the war. Here the admission is free.
Augusta Canal:
Augusta Canal was built in 1845 to tackle the water and power of the Savannah River. The Augusta Canal in Augusta offers history, leisure and exclusive experiences with its 8.5 miles of towpath and waterway. In your vacation to Augusta you can enjoy the Augusta Canal on foot, by bicycle, canoe or kayak.
Augusta National Golf Club:
ugusta National Golf Club is private golf club located in Augusta, Georgia. It is one of the most prominent and elite golf clubs in the world. The club opened for play in January 1933, which since 1934 has been host of the annual Masters Tournament. Masters Tournament is one of the four major championships in professional golf.
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