Covington, County seat in Georgia, United States.
The city extends across Newton County with Renaissance Revival buildings, numerous parks, and historic residential districts at 226 meters elevation.
General Sherman's troops passed through Covington during the 1864 March to the Sea, leaving several antebellum structures standing despite widespread damage.
Multiple television productions and films selected Covington as their filming location, including The Vampire Diaries and In the Heat of the Night.
Interstate 20 provides direct access to Atlanta and Augusta, while the Newton County School District manages educational facilities from preschool through grade twelve.
The Gaither's Plantation organizes a Fall Festival, and the Satsuki Garden Club conducts tours of historical residences during December celebrations.
Location: Newton County
Inception: 1822
Architectural style: Renaissance Revival architecture
Elevation above the sea: 226 m
Website: http://cityofcovington.org
GPS coordinates: 33.60000,-83.86667
Latest update: May 28, 2025 14:46
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