Stone Mountain, Georgia

Stone Mountain is a city located in DeKalb County, Georgia. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 7,145. It is the home of wrestler Jake Roberts.

Geography

The town is named for Stone Mountain, the largest exposed granite dome in North America. Stone Mountain harbors plant and animal life found no other place in the world. The mountain has contributed to the city's economy both through its continuing status as a tourist attraction, and its former use as a granite quarry. It is also the site of a famous giant carving commemorating the military leaders of the Confederacy as well as a state park and museum, including a tourist railroad.

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Stone Mountain - Granite - North America - Confederacy

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Stone Mountain is located at 33°48'19" North, 84°10'17" West (33.805255, -84.171413){{GR|1}}.

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According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 4.2 km² (1.6 mi²). 4.2 km² (1.6 mi²) of it is land and 0.62% is water.

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United States Census Bureau - Km² - Mi²

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