In Nashville, its capital city, the melody of Tennessee's heritage is heard loud and clear. Music City is synonymous with soul-satisfying country music. At the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, you can touch history by seeing its legends; while on stage at what was once Grand Ole Opry's home--the Ryman Auditorium-one still hears ►
In Nashville, its capital city, the melody of Tennessee's heritage is heard loud and clear. Music City is synonymous with soul-satisfying country music. At the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, you can touch history by seeing its legends; while on stage at what was once Grand Ole Opry's home--the Ryman Auditorium-one still hears echoes from songs that have shaped generations.
Eastward, Knoxville is the embodiment of Tennessee's past and its future. The East Tennessee History Center offers a glimpse into the past, telling stories of pioneers and progress. The Market Square, ranked rich in energy and life, boasts many shops as well as restaurants. Visitors can get a taste of the city's lively spirit here.
Gatlinburg is draped by the Great Smoky Mountains and creates an enchanting scene of nature's bountiful gifts. Gatlinburg, whose name also corresponds to the national park of this area, along with hiking trails and beautiful scenery is an outdoor-lovers' paradise. Here you will find nature at peace--quiet....so quiet that it is almost silent.
For lovers of the arts and culture, Memphis is a living canvass for expression. Guitars and Juke Joints: Live music reverberates Beale Street's historic charm, helping bring the city back to its blues heritage. The National Civil Rights Museum commemorates the struggle for civil rights, and provokes understanding and introspection.
Clarksdale, the birthplace of the blues has a rugged authenticity which embraces every note played. Visitors to the Delta Blues Museum can experience where it all began. And at the gne crossroads meeting Highway 61 and Highay 49, it whispers of legendary encounters.
Beyond the limits of its cities, treasures are hidden in Tennessee's landscapes. A journey through time The historic trail of the Natchez Trace Parkway winds its way amidst green woodlands. Along the route, there is also a picturesque Fall Hollow Waterfall with its enchanting cascading beauty.
Chattanooga: experience a range of possibilities. The Tennessee Aquarium, one of the world's largest freshwater aquariums, affords a glimpse at marine ecology. Adventures are rewarded with panoramic views from Lookout Mountain, boasting the legendary Rock City Gardens.
The affable town of Franklin greets a peaceful walking through its lovely old Main Street in the west. The Civil War era is explored in the Carnton landmark plantation and Lotz House Museum, both of which present history from a personal perspective.
When the sun sets over Tennessee's landscapes, a new kind of magic is born. That night, in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, nature itself stage with its fireflies providing a symphony of light and wonder.
Tennessee State offers a blend of culture, history and nature. Each corner, from the soul-stirring melodies of Nashville to the natural wonders of the Smokies, beckons you inside. It is a land where past resonances rub shoulders with the throb of the present making for an unforgettable ride in time and space. ◄
