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Any visit to Knoxville will provide you with the experience of history, not only of the the city but of the state of Tennessee as well.  Knoxville is located along the Tennessee River, which has played a vital role for decades, in the economic and financial success of the people of the state.  The University of Tennessee is located in Knoxville, and the college town vibe is felt from the local pubs to the elegant hotels, many of which can be found here.

The city is named for Henry Knox, who was a veteran of the Revolutionary War and had been named the Secretary of War.  Two different times, Knoxville has been the state capital, first from 1796 to 1812, and then 1817 to 1819.  Knoxville remains the hub of industry and manufacturing for the state to this day.  When visiting the city there is much to see and much to do.  For those who love the great outdoors, the Smoky Mountain National Park is a short car trip away.  For those who are interested in historical sites and landmarks, the Sunsphere is always a favorite.  Built originally for the World’s Fair of 1982, the observation deck now attracts visitors due to the view…from 266 feet up, the tower offers breathtaking visuals of the downtown area of Knoxville and on a clear day, of which there are plenty, it is possible to see clear through to the Rocky Mountains.

For art lovers and cultural connoisseurs, the city hosts a festival each year called the Dogwood Arts Festival. Throughout the festival there are more than one hundred and fifty activities and events in which to partake, and the artists and craftsman set up stalls to show their work and their wares, and there are many stages that showcase musical talent from the region.  This is a sixty mile stretch of art, of gardens and of public parks that is spectacular to the eyes, the ears…well to all of the five senses.  This is one of the most beautiful of Southern cities, and with so much to do in and around the city, it is a splendid choice for a vacation or a holiday get away.