Virginia-Highland


Virginia-Highland is a neighborhood located five minutes northeast of downtown Atlanta in Georgia. It was developed in the early part of the 20th century and the name of this neighborhood is derived from the intersection of Virginia and Highland Avenues. Now it is a popular area for shopping, dining and nightlife as well as featuring bungalows and historic homes from around 1910 to 1930.

One of the attractions of the area is the Farmer's Market on North Highland Avenue, which is open every Saturday from 8 to 11.30am. Visitors can purchase fresh produce at the market, whilst artisan food and gift can be purchased at Bella Cucina Artful Food on the same avenue. There is a wide variety of a shops located in this neighborhood selling clothing, jewelry, home furnishings, arts and crafts, florists and much more besides.

There is a good choice of eateries in the area too, ranging from high end restaurants, wine bars, coffee houses and stores with food to take out. Some of the eateries also offer live entertainment. Visitors looking to be pampered without resorting to food and drink can try one of several spas and salons here. There are a few churches in this neighborhood too including The Church of Our Saviour on North Highland Avenue.

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