While Nashville may seem like an odd place to see an exact replica of a famous Greek temple, The Parthenon is a well-known local landmark. History of the Nashville Parthenon Created for the 1897 Centennial Exposition, the Parthenon is created with plaster and boasts a replica of the 42-foot statue of Athena, pictured above, that disappeared from the original Parthenon … [Read more...] about Visiting Nashville’s Parthenon
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Weekend Guide to Knoxville, Tennessee
Most people don't have a reason to visit Knoxville, Tennessee, but this college town has plenty to offer travelers looking for the state's home to mountains, music, and culture. Located between Chattanooga and Nashville, Knoxville is situated within a few hours from the Great Smoky Mountains and other cities like Asheville and Lexington. Knoxville also turns orange … [Read more...] about Weekend Guide to Knoxville, Tennessee
Film Friday: Coal Miner’s Daughter
Coal Miner's Daughter is based on the life of country western icon Loretta Lynn, who grew up in coal country and was married by the age of 13. She became a mother of four by the age of 20, but always had a dream of becoming a singer. The film, starring Sissy Spacek and Tommy Lee Jones, tracks the path from small town life to stardom. Specific scenes were filmed at the famous … [Read more...] about Film Friday: Coal Miner’s Daughter
The South’s Best Music Venues
The South is rich in musical culture and history, bringing us some of the most influential artists of the past hundred years. Elvis Presley, Ray Charles, Gladys Knight, R.E.M., and more all shaped the way our music is today. So if you're visiting the region for the first or hundredth time, stop by one of the south's best music venues for the chance to see who's going to be the … [Read more...] about The South’s Best Music Venues
Chattanooga’s Underground Caves
To experience Chattanooga, Tennessee in a truly unique way, you'll need to visit one of the many underground caves. The state has some 14,000 total and some of the most famous are within the Chattanooga area. Ruby Falls, an underground waterfall, and Lost Sea, an underground lake near Sweetwater, are popular tourist attractions, but there are so many others to … [Read more...] about Chattanooga’s Underground Caves
