What to See in Fox Theatre Atlanta GA

Back on the year 1920's, Fox theatre was originally the Yaarab Temple Shrine Mosque built to home the 5,000 members of the Shriners Organization. It underwent series of problems as it hurdles to survive to the setback of the economy that time. To gain additional funds, the Shriners went to an agreement with William Fox. As rich as its history, its development was accompanied by various problems including bankruptcy, competition and closure until Atlanta's government hold for its ownership.

1. The Present Fox Theatre

Today, Fox Theatre stands as a National Historic Landmark in Atlanta and home for nationally acclaimed theatre art and Broadway shows and events. It has picturesque designs along with its dramatic entrances and portraits elongated to the temples whole structures and parameters. It is being viewed as a unique structure that set its difference from others. The Fox Theatre is continuously bringing big names to Atlanta and serves as a favorite tourist destination.

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2. What to See in Fox Theatre

With a mixture of Islamic and Egyptian architecture, Fox Theatre encompasses a variety of different structures inside. Its facade was greatly influenced by Islamic structural design as evidenced by its big dome outside. The building has a set of function halls inside with its Islamic design, including the Auditorium, Grand Salon, the mezzanine Gentlemen's Lounge and the lower Ladies Lounge. The Egyptian architecture comprises the Egyptian Ballroom, the mezzanine Ladies Lounge and the lower Gentlemen's Lounge.

So, instead of just spending your time in your Atlanta hotel, don't miss to visit the historically acclaimed Fox Theatre. It will certainly give you a free ride to experience its history.

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