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Overview
Long a stop on the main routes between Georgia and its neighbor to the south, Florida, Valdosta remains a vibrant community, industrial center and is the largest city and county seat of Lowndes County. Residents and visitors alike celebrate the town's energetic past and blossoming future. Students from Valdosta State University and Georgia Military College mix easily with residents and business leaders from regional industries. The lovely downtown community, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, features a vibrant cultural and social life. Nearby Remerton Mill Village is a restored mill community that is now home to a variety of specialty shops and restaurants. The town celebrates its rich history and showcases the local culture at such places as the Lowndes County Historical Society and Theatre Guild Valdosta. Outdoor activities abound in the area, with many parks, hiking paths, biking trails and lakes accenting the local terrain. Additionally, the Wild Adventures theme park draws scores of families to the community each year.
