TNCITIES.COM http://www.tncities.com Mon, 20 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +0000 en hourly 1 Walking In Memphis, Just Like Elvis Did http://www.tncities.com/2011/06/20/walking-in-memphis-just-like-elvis-did/ http://www.tncities.com/2011/06/20/walking-in-memphis-just-like-elvis-did/#comments Mon, 20 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.tncities.com/?p=9 Passing through Memphis, Tennessee, there are some attractions no person should miss. Graceland is one of those attractions located in Memphis that is simply a required activity for any American. Elvis Presley played such an influential role in American culture, that it is only right a person would honor his influence by visiting Graceland.

Graceland is much more than a museum in Tennessee devoted to Elvis Presley. It is an interactive place for Elvis fans to gather and share fond memories. There are even singing contests for young people to recreate renditions of their favorite Elvis tunes.

Visiting Graceland as a roadside attraction is easy with an RV, since there is an RV park located on site. Graceland does have a hotel for those people without an RV.

Staying at the Graceland hotel will allow one to enjoy the many events on site. There are some unique events that are hosted at Graceland every year, such as the Elvis Presley car show. This car show features classic cars that will make one feel like the 1950s are alive and well.

Going to Graceland will make any person feel truly connected to the life and times of Elvis Presley. It is definitely a trip not to miss out on!

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From fried catfish, red eye gravy, or country to BBQ pork and smoked sausage. The homemade biscuits with fruit preserves will have you coming back for seconds. The best mouth watering food in one of the most modest places Tennessee has to offer everyday.
From the moment you walk into any restaurant of your choice, your senses will be overwhelmed with the smell of home cooking. You might come here hungry but you certainly won’t leave that way. Most of the vegetables that they prepare for your diner are bought from the local farmer’s market. Since most of the meals at the restaurants are fried, then if you’re a dieter, then a salad might be the only thing on the menu for you. So sit back, relax and enjoy the food.

]]> http://www.tncities.com/2011/05/25/tennessee-the-best-places-to-grub-in-the-south/feed/ 0 Traveling Off Of The Beaten Path http://www.tncities.com/2011/05/22/traveling-off-of-the-beaten-path/ http://www.tncities.com/2011/05/22/traveling-off-of-the-beaten-path/#comments Sun, 22 May 2011 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.tncities.com/?p=7 Hidden within the Smokey Mountains is a very special retreat known as Parrot Mountain, which is the home to many tropical birds. The birds are housed outside in a natural habitat. You will think you have gone to the rainforest, instead of the Smokey Mountains.
The gardens are simply beautiful and so are the birds with their many different colors. Some of the birds are allowed to fly free, and will land on visitors, who can choose to feed them. Some of the birds available for viewing include macaws, cockatoos, African Greys, Toucans, Magpies, Kookaburra.The full explanation can be found at http://www.laobserved.com/archive/2011/05/checking_in_on_la_parrots.php Guests can also attend the educational programs. Plants included in the garden are both natural and those from the rainforest. Each plant is clearly labeled so visitors will know what it is.
Parrot Mountain is also home to a beautiful prayer garden, where several sculptures are available for viewing. Among them are a manger scene, the crucifixion of Christ, the empty tomb of Jesus, and a statue of Christ.
The garden has its own deli, featuring hot dogs and submarines or visitors can bring their own picnic lunch to enjoy on the grounds.
When you are tired of the crowds then visit this mountain garden that is off the beaten path.

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