Civil War Naval Museum
The National Civil War Naval
Museum in Columbus preserves
the wrecks of two warships and
offers visitors a chance to ride an
ironclad into battle.
Birth of a Legend
Columbus holds a soft spot in
American history as the home of
the famed Dr. John Pemberton,
inventor of the drink that gave the
world a smile - Coca Cola.
Explore Georgia's "Other Coast" in Columbus...
Located at the head of navigation on the
Chattahoochee River in West Georgia, Columbus
is a surprising city that is emerging from its
industrial past to become a fascinating destination.
Rich in history and complete with a rapidly
developing historic district, this city is a "must see."
Explore the creation of an American tradition...
Dr. John Pemberton, a Columbus druggist, spent
much of his life trying to cure the ills of his
neighbors, and in the process he came up with a
magic formula that took the world by storm - Coca
Cola!
Begin your tour of Columbus by clicking one of the links below to see what this
fascinating city has to offer:
Georgia
Columbus
