Tennessee
Tennessee is located in the east of the USA and is surrounded by the states of Georgia to the south, North Carolina to the east, Kentucky to the north and Arkansas to the west. The southern state looks like a kitschy image of the USA with typical American elements such as rock'n'roll and country, cowboy hats and the famous Tennessee whiskey.
But the US state has much more to offer holidaymakers than clichés and kitsch. Lovers of untouched nature in particular will definitely get their money's worth here. The Great Smokey Mountains stretch to the east, while the Appalachian Plateau is located inland. Two well-known rivers, the Tennessee River and the Mississippi, also run through the state. Mountains, forests and lakes provide excellent conditions for many outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing and camping.
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Eating in the USA - Best barbecue in Memphis, Tennessee
Memphis takes its barbecues very seriously. Delicious ribs, chicken and even grilled spaghetti are served at restaurants throughout the city, with the best food often found at the most unpretentious establishments, including Neely's Bar-B-Que and Rendezvous downtown. Germantown has chic spots like Swanky's Taco Shop, and Memphis' most famous fine dining restaurants can be found near the South Main Historic District, including Chez Philippe and the Inn at Hunt Phelan, which blends Southern and contemporary flavors. Many Memphis restaurants are closed on Sundays.
Places of interest in Tennessee - The land of country music
Nashville, Tennessee is the capital of country western music. It is a small city with big city flair on the Cumberland River and the second largest city in the state of Tennessee. The singers and musicians who made their way there in those days gave it the name "Music City USA".
But the city has many more sights to offer, although music is at the forefront everywhere. Graceland, the most famous attraction in Nashville, Tennessee. The center of Nashville, Tennessee also offers many attractions, such as numerous museums. Beautiful parks and churches are part of the cityscape and are definitely worth a visit. Of course, this city is visited for its connection to country music and it is not surprising that an entire district has been created solely for entertainment. There are numerous restaurants and bars, as well as clubs with live music. The "Wild Horse" saloon, which hosts weekly dance nights that are even broadcast on television, is very well known.
Shopping in the USA - Fill your pockets with Southern tradition
The many tourists fill their bags with Elvis records and Memphis memorabilia at A Schwab and other stores along Beale Street and the South Main Historic District. Those in search of the traditional American shopping mall head a few blocks over to Peabody Place. At the Mid-South Fairgrounds, where the Memphis Flea Market is held every third weekend of the month, there is something for everyone. The Midtown market offers souvenirs such as barbecue spices, Memphis cookbooks and arts and crafts from the mountains. Many stores in Memphis are closed on Sundays.
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