By choosing LEC, your child could have the chance to discover Atlanta, a metropolis that, beyond its reputation as the economic capital of the southeastern United States, is also a major cultural hub. A closer look.
An eclectic lineup where Martin Luther King meets Coca-Cola
Twin cities with Toulouse since 1975, Atlanta is not only home to the headquarters of prestigious multinational companies such as CNN, UPS, and, of course, Coca-Cola. The city that gave birth to Martin Luther King, Spike Lee, Julia Roberts, and Kanye West boasts a cultural influence that extends far beyond the borders of the Americas—and is sure to delight your child during their language study trip to the USA.
A language study program that blends different themes
Several monuments in Atlanta are dedicated to the country’s history, particularly to the influence Martin Luther King Jr. had on it. So, in addition to visiting the house where the African-American pastor was born, your child could learn a little more about his remarkable life by visiting his memorial. During their trip to the U.S., your child could visit Oakland Cemetery —the city’s only monument predating the American Civil War— Margaret Mitchell’s home (she’s the famous authorof *Gone with the Wind*), and the iconic Coca-Cola Museum, located right in the heart of downtown.
Atlanta: The World's Largest Water Park
A language study trip to the U.S. could also be an opportunity to visit the Georgia Aquarium, which is nothing less than the largest aquarium in the world, home to more than 120,000 marine creatures and approximately 500 different species. There’s no doubt about it: Atlanta is a city with a wealth of attractions.