About Athens, GA
Athens is a part of Clarke county Georgia known for its Bulldogs, the athletic team of the University of Georgia, and the local Athens music scene. Major attractions include the Acropolis, the Plaka, The State Botanical Garden, and the Watson Mill Bridge State Park and of course The University of Georgia campus. Every year in the month of October, the North Georgia Folk Festival draws thousands of tourists from all over the place. That's the powerful attraction of local Athens musicians. In Athens, the biggest employer happens to be the University of Georgia with approximately 10,000 employees. The biggest schools here are Monsignor Donovan Catholic High School and Athens Christian School. One of the best places to visit when you are in Athens are the Temple of Zeus and Hadrian's Arch. Famous persons from Athens include Kim Basinger, Jeff Daniels, John Berry, Michael Stipe and Brian Bowles.
