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Chattanooga Knows: How many cities are totally surrounded by the city of Chattanooga?

Staff photo by Robin Rudd / The downtown Chattanooga area is seen.
Staff photo by Robin Rudd / The downtown Chattanooga area is seen. Staff photo by Robin Rudd / The downtown Chattanooga area is seen.


Q: How many cities are totally surrounded by the city of Chattanooga?

A: Both Red Bank and Ridgeside developed as neighborhoods and suburbs. As Chattanooga grew they became surrounded by the city limits of Chattanooga, making them enclaves within the city.

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