The barrier islands off the coast of Georgia were attractive to Spanish settlers because of the rumors of large gold deposits.
The first European to explore the coast of Georgia in 1540 was Hernando de Soto. He entered the state of Georgia twice during the course of his expedition.
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Explanation:
Back then, it was said that Georgia was really rich in several good that was for Crown interest. The principal interest was the gold, because Spain Crown was supported and maintained by the Gold, they were really wasteful.
That's why was attractive for them.
Personally, Hernando de Soto wanted to achieved a higher social rank as a marquis, so that's why he was the first in enter those lands.