Explore Chattanooga Spring 2022

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The first tow trucks were created in Chattanooga in 1913. More can be learned about the history of the tow truck by visiting The International Towing & Recovery Hall of Fame & Museum on Broad Street. 04 03 05

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Chattanooga sits along the Tennessee River bordering Georgia

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The first miniature golf course was created by Garnet Carter in 1928 on Lookout Mountain. Carter named his golf course ‘Tom Thumb Golf’. Garnet Carter and his wife Frieda went on to found beautiful Rock City Gardens on their personal estate in the Fairyland Community. 10 09 04 03

Chattanooga became known internationally in 1941 when Glenn Miller and his orchestra popularized the song, “Chattanooga Choo Choo,” which sold more than one million copies.The Chattanooga Choo Choo Terminal Station was built in 1908. While it no longer operates as a train station, The Chattanooga Choo Choo is an iconic symbol of the city’s rich history. Tourists today enjoy shops and eateries on the grounds. 04 06 07 08 03

Chattanooga is home to R&B singer Usher, actor Samuel L. Jackson, blues singer Bessie Smith, actor Leslie Jordan (most recently recognized for his role in American Horror Story) and NFL players Terrell Owens and Peyton Manning. 05

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The average temperature in summer is 87 degrees Fahrenheit, 49 degrees Fahrenheit in the winter.

Two local attorneys built the world’s first franchised Coca-Cola bottling plant in Chattanooga. 11 12 04 03 10

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Chattanooga is rich in Civil War history. The Battle of Chattanooga was made up of three different conflicts: the Battle of Orchard Knob, the Battle of Lookout Mountain, and the Battle of Missionary Ridge.

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Chattanooga has been nicknamed “Scenic City”, alluding to the surrounding mountains and ridges. Climbing enthusiasts enjoy the many boulders and climbing areas in and around Chattanooga. 06 07 08 10 09

11 12 With a population of 181,099 in 2020, Chattanooga is Tennessee’s fourth-largest city.

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