Atlanta surprisingly has a lot of trees.

That's why it's called the City in a Forest, and seeing it in person makes you realize that the nickname is well-deserved.

If you visit Atlanta, you should definitely check out Piedmont Park.

If New York has Central Park, then for Atlantans, Piedmont Park serves a similar purpose.

In the heart of Midtown, over 200 acres of green space await, and there's no admission fee.

The park is open daily from 6 AM to 11 PM.

I initially thought it was a tourist spot, expecting to see something special.

However, when I arrived, I found it was more of a massive neighborhood park that locals actually use.

There are many people jogging in the morning, as well as cyclists, dog walkers, and people lounging on blankets in the grass.

Many people walk alone in workout clothes, so it doesn't feel awkward to visit alone.

My favorite spot in the park was around Lake Clara Meer.

The lake itself is beautiful, and the view of the Midtown Atlanta skyline across the water is quite nice.

It's not just nature, but it's not entirely a cityscape either.

With trees and buildings rising behind the lake, you really get the feeling of "Ah, I'm in Atlanta right now."

This spot is also considered a prime photo opportunity in the park.

The park is spacious, making it great for exercise. Active Oval features a running track and sports fields, with spaces for tennis and basketball.

There's also a separate dog park where dogs can run off-leash.

It's a good place for families with kids, as there's a playground and a pool open in the summer.

The Legacy Fountain is a water play area that kids will love during the hot Georgia summers.

The pool operates during the summer season, and the current admission fee is $5 per visit.

Additionally, the Atlanta Botanical Garden is right next door.

The parking lots are shared, making it easy to plan a day of walking in the park and visiting the garden in the afternoon.

However, it can get quite crowded on weekends. Especially on nice spring or fall days, or during major events, don't underestimate the parking situation.

Since many Atlantans frequent the park, it's best to arrive early in the morning if possible.

Still, the best part of Piedmont Park is that it's not a place where you have to pay to have fun.

You can take a coffee, walk for an hour, and sit on a bench, or bring something like kimbap to enjoy on the grass.

Bringing personal food and non-alcoholic beverages is allowed.

When traveling to Atlanta, people usually think of the Coca-Cola Museum or the Georgia Aquarium first.

However, on a nice day, I think it's worth adding Piedmont Park to your itinerary.

Especially for those coming from Korea, it's interesting to see how Americans enjoy their parks.

People are running, reading books, walking dogs, and just lying on the grass without anyone telling them to do so.

Oh, we feel like we need to see something to make our trip worthwhile, but for people here, lying on the grass is the plan.

If you want to understand why Atlanta feels like a "city in a forest," just take a walk in Piedmont Park.