Tennessee

Key Facts

Annual Visitors : 122 million

Capital : Nashville

Land Area : 109,153sqkm | 42,144sqm

Population : 6.975 million

Languages : English

Currency : US Dollar

About

Tennessee is a southeastern state known for its mountains, music, and history. The state is famed for the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the birthplace of country music, and the Civil War battlefields of Shiloh and Antietam. Tennessee is home to the cities of Nashville, Memphis, and Chattanooga, which offer a variety of cultural attractions.

Why Go

• Visit the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
• See Elvis Presley's Graceland in Memphis.
• Take a walk through the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum in Nashville.
• Go whitewater rafting on the Ocoee River in Chattanooga.
• Visit the Civil Rights Museum in Memphis.
• See a show at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville.
• Go hiking in the Cumberland Gap National Historical Park.
• Visit Dollywood in Pigeon Forge.
• Explore the Biltmore Estate in Asheville, North Carolina.
• Take a drive on the Blue Ridge Parkway.

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NASHVILLE

Nashville, Tennessee is a vibrant city famous for its music scene, its historic landmarks, and its delicious food.

MEMPHIS

Memphis located on the Mississippi River is renowned for its blues music, Elvis Presley, and the Civil Rights Movement. 

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Spring (March-May): This is a great time to visit Tennessee if you want to enjoy the outdoors. The weather is mild and there are many wildflowers blooming. This is also a good time to visit the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

Summer (June-August): This is the most popular time to visit Tennessee. The weather is warm and sunny, and there are many festivals and events happening. However, it can also be crowded and hot.

Autumn (September-November): This is a beautiful time to visit Tennessee. The leaves change color and there are many festivals and events celebrating the harvest. The weather is still warm, but not as hot as summer.

Winter (December-February): This is a good time to visit Tennessee if you want to enjoy winter sports. There are many ski resorts in the mountains and the cities have festive events. However, the weather can be cold and snowy.

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