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Tennessee Travel Guide
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| Bed and Breakfast Tennessee
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| Tennessee is a land of many surprises nicknamed 'The Volunteer State', 'Big Bend State' and is one of the most distinctive regions in the USA. The scenery is awe-inspiring with the Great Smokies, lush valleys, spectacular gorges, tranquil lakes and rivers and dense forests makes Tennessee a great destination for outdoor activities. |
| You'll find attractive bed and breakfast in Tennessee State offering widely acclaimed southern hospitality with excellent facilities. The atmospheric cities are alive with their world-famous musical attractions and their musical heritage, Memphis for the blues, Elvis and the birthplace of rock ‘n’ roll and Nashville being the undisputed home of country music and to some of the friendliest people you’ll ever meet! <br><br>For country music fans, Tennessee Upper Middle area is where you’ll find the towns of Franklin, Gallatin, Lebanon, Murfreesboro, Waverly and Nashville the capital of the state and commonly known as "Music City USA”, the world capital of Country & Western or ‘hillbilly’ popular for "barn dances" with millions of farmers and urban factory workers across the country, today it is loved by millions from all over the world. The city’s famed Music Row is now packed with the major recording labels. Grab a river taxi up the Cumberland River to the famous Opryland, this is where you’ll find the "Grand Ole Opry" where the music never stops, with top stars making regular appearances, also within walking distance you’ll find a wax museum of country stars as well as car and toy museums. <br><br>Nashville also offers an assortment of interesting parks and churches including a full size exact replica of the Parthenon, Athens Ancient Temple at Centennial Park, restored to its original splendor, it’s truly a breathtaking sight! Don’t forget to visit the Ryman Auditorium, Country Hall of Fame and the wonderful Plantation Houses. For shopping and well worth of a visit, why not try the Opry Mills, the largest shopping mall. You’ll also find night clubs, mouth watering eateries, live performances at the opera, ballet and the theatre or if you want to opt for the Wildhorse Saloon, it will give you the opportunity to show off or learn line dancing and two stepping to really feel at home or try the newest country dances on the 3300 sq foot dance floor. For those interested in the pre-Civil War South, you should tread the Tennessee Antebellum Trail comprising of a collection of historic sights that captures perfectly the days of Southern Belles. <br><br>The Historic Northeast includes the pretty town of Jonesborough, stroll its brick sidewalks in Main Street and walk the same paths once taken by pioneers and presidents and admire the stunning architecture and history, or you can tour through the town on a horse drawn carriage. Kingsport is conveniently nestled between the Appalachian and the Great Smoky Mountains, there you’ll be able to enjoy its natural beauty, rich historic traditions and exciting outdoor fun. The natural surroundings have excellent facilities for visitors in and around the Appalachian Mountains and provide a breathtaking backdrop to the city. The wonderful array of bed and breakfast in Tennessee State is cosy, friendly with excellent value. <br><br>Tennessee East is home to The Great Smoky Mountains and Gatlinburg is surrounded on three sides by the majestic Great Smoky Mountains National Park, home to The Cherokee Indians who lived in the area about 1,000 years ago, today it is one of the largest protected land areas with over 500,000 acres of deciduous forest and a rich cultural history where you can enjoy the spectacular views. This largely forested scenery is a fantastic wilderness to explore with excellent hiking, mountain biking, fishing and horse riding facilities. Avid golf fans know that golfing isn't just a sport it is a way of life! You’ll find plenty of golf courses from challenging layouts and green fairways to the beautifully wooded landscapes and well-manicured greens to satisfy your needs. <br><br>The Great Smokies rises above the scenic town of Gatlinburg to elevations exceeding 6,000 feet and are a winter wonderland in the colder months when the peaks are covered with snow. Winter fun sports can be enjoyed at the ski resort with 8 slopes to choose from and caters for both the beginner and the advanced. It is particularly beautiful in the spring when the ground is covered with a mass of wild flowers, or in the fall when the colors are outstanding. The Smokies boasts a renowned diversity of plants and animals, because the park contains a variety of habitats, it is now home for some 1,500 species of plants, with some considered rare, there are also at least 60 native animals living in the Smokies, along with more than 200 species of birds including several species of game fish. <br> <br>Visit Dollywood and discover a world of fun at Dolly Parton’s Theme Park in Pigeon Forge! Browse the museums or for something challenging try the dare devil Tennessee Tornado, the world’s only mountain top tunnel drop or take the thrilling roller coaster ThunderHead for a fantastic mountainous ride. Other nearby towns of interest are: Athens, Sevierville, Ducktown, Dunlap, Townsend and Knoxville. <br><br>Enjoy the beautiful countryside of the Lower Middle region where the quaint towns of Cross Plains, Fayetteville, Lobelville, Normandy, Mulberry and Shelbyville are based, or take a trip up to the famous Jack Daniel’s Distillery in Lynchburg, the oldest distillery in the country and you can taste and find out how they make this tasty bourbon.<br> <br>The scenic city of Chattanooga in the Cumberland Plateau is ideal for outdoor adventure and offers a variety of exciting attractions, breathtaking beauty, rich history, outdoor adventure and plenty of romantic escapes, not forgetting the wonder of the Chattanooga Choo Choo, a restored turn of the century Terminal Station housing original railroad cars, shops and restaurants. The town at the northern end of the peak was originally a Cherokee village known as Ross's Landing. After the "Trail of Tears", settlers renamed the town Chattanooga, the Cherokee name for Lookout Mountain. Raccoon Mountain Caverns in the Black Creek area of Lookout Valley is where you can pan for gemstones, take a go-kart ride or simply relax and enjoy the spectacular views over both Lookout and Raccoon Mountains. Discover an intriguing natural wonder at Ruby falls, one of Chattanooga most favorite attractions. This thundering 145 ft waterfall inside historic Lookout Mountain is a must see. Just outside Chattanooga there is a vast cave system, known for its incredible formations and one of America’s finest. <br><br>Visit Jamestown, Pikesville or Cookeville for some stunning scenery. With a dozen or so golf courses, Crossville claims to be the golf capital of Tennessee and home to the first site of Jack Nicklaus' Bear Trace at Cumberland Mountain State Park. It is also home to the highest elevation golf course at Renegade Mountain with eleven championship golf courses. In all you’ll find over 200 holes atop the Cumberland Plateau.<br><br>Visit the magic of Memphis and a city with a distinct southern flavour. Perhaps best known for its world-renowned musicians, Elvis Presley, Al Green and Jerry Lee Lewis and plenty of heart and soul. The city comes alive at night with live entertainment, dancing, fabulous restaurants serving every type of dish imaginable from Russian to Greek to Japanese. During the day you’ll find riverboat cruises, shopping in Beale Street, museums and galleries to browse, plus the one and only Graceland, Elvis’s lavish former grand home, now an amazing memorial to ‘the king’, this massive mansion houses his cars and personal possessions and other memorabilia of his life. Don’t forget to visit The National Civil Rights Museum, Mud Island a tribute to the great legends, the Rock ‘n’ Roll Museum, Sun Studios, where Elvis, Johnny Cash, Carl Perkins, BB King and Jerry Lee Lewis cut their first records and even the famous rock band U2 still records there today. Other interesting towns acting as ideal bases to tour the surrounding areas of Tennessee West are, Lucy, Tiptonville, Bolivia, Ridgely and Savannah. For a fantastic vacation try the bed and breakfast in Tennessee State where you’ll be amazed at the beautiful scenery, friendly neighbo |
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Cherry Hill Farms Bed and Breakfast (Watertown, TN)
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Laurel Springs Lodge Bed and Breakfast (Gatlinburg, TN)
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