Last Update: September 6, 2010 @ 9:51 pm
| Capital | Atlanta |
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| Statehood | 01/01/1788 |
| Population | 8,186,453 |
| Nickname | Peach State |
| Motto | Wisdom, Justice and Moderation. |
| State Name Origin | Named for King George II of England. |
| Counties | 159 |
| Largest Cities | Atlanta, Augusta, Columbus, Savannah, Athens, Macon, Marietta |
| Border States | Alabama, Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee |
| Land Area | 59 |