This north Georgia town is the state's best Christmas spot, HGTV says

Dahlonega is the best Christmas town in Georgia, according to HGTV.

Making the list of best small town in each state for the holiday spirit, Dahlonega showcases its "Old Fashioned Christmas" with carriage rides, lighting of the downtown square, Santa Claus appearances, food truck vendors and plenty of photo opportunities.

HGTV also mentioned that the "Christmas market, holiday concerts, tree decorating, live Nativity scene, parade and caroling," make Dahlonega a great town to visit during the Christmas season.

The north Georgia town also made Southern Living's list of best destinations for a "classic Southern Christmas." Movie-makers have keyed in on the charm of the town with Dahlonega being the backdrop for Hallmark movies such as "Christmas in the Smokies," "Christmas in Homestead" and "A Taste of Christmas."

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Other towns made the list include Santa Claus, Indiana for having "holiday-themed rides, shows and attractions that make it a favorite destination for families during Christmas." And Natchez, Mississippi for its 34-foot-tall Christmas tree and "caroling in Memorial Park and a European-style Christmas village created in partnership with riverboat tour company, American Queen Voyages."

For a complete list of the best Christmas towns in the U.S. go to: https://www.hgtv.com/lifestyle/travel/best-small-towns-to-visit-this-christmas-pictures

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