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Ranked number 4 of the 100 best US cities to live in by Best Life Magazine, Columbus like most other Southern towns, began in the cotton industry, with further industrialization coming with war, bringing iron works and shipyards to the city. The last land battle between the states of the civil war was in Augusta, and is commemorated by a historic marker. Reconstruction after the war began immediately, and the city experienced rapid growth and modernization. Still of military importance today, Augusta is home to For Benning, the Army's Infantry and Airborne schools.

The rapidly growing city saw the need for higher education, and Columbus College (now Columbus University) was founded, which is now a comprehensive center for higher education. The weather is Columbus is typical of the south, having a generally humid climate, with summers often getting into the mid 90's and winters seeing lows of mid 30's.

There's plenty to see and do in Columbus. Check out the National Civil War Naval Museum, featuring two Civil War era vessels, along with uniforms, equipment, and weapons used by the navies on both sides of the war. Also downtown is the Coca-Cola Space Science center, educating the public in science and astronomy, it features severn flight simulators and a planetarium. Shopping in Columbus includes Peachtree Mall, Columbus Park Crossing, and The Landings, which combine to offer goods from hundreds of retailers. There are also several venues for arts in Columbus, including the Springer Opera House, Columbus Civic Center, River Center for the Performing Arts, and the Bradley Theater. Sports in Columbus include minor league hockey, indoor football, baseball, football, and college baseball, basketball, track, golf and tennis at Columbus State University.

Many famous people have called Columbus home, including George Foster Peabody, John Stith Pemberton (inventor of Coca-Cola), the mother of the blues, Ma Rainey, and numerous sports figures such as Colby Rasmus, Frank Thomas, Mack Strong, Otis Sistrunk, and many others.

With so many things to do and places to see, Columbus is sure to be a hit with the whole family. Classic Auto Express can exceed all of your Columbus auto shipping needs by getting your car there quickly, safe, and at the best price possible. Call us today for Columbus car transportation rates.