The main city of Tennessee is often called the "country capital of the United States." At the same time, Nashville has been doing everything in recent years to stave off this "rural" label and win the reputation of an economically and culturally developed regional center. Especially since modern Americans, let's say, listen a little - today in the city more in honor rap and rock.
How to get to Nashville
Nashville International Airport is 8 km from the city center. In addition, it is easy to get here by bus from Memphis, Atlanta, Indianapolis and Chicago or by car on a direct highway from the same Memphis, Louisville or Chattanooga.
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Some history
Nashville was founded in 1779 . Nashville quickly grew up due to its excellent location on the Cumberland River . Like many other southern cities, Nashville was badly shaken after the Civil War, but it recovered surprisingly quickly, taking a firm position in trade, cargo shipping, and later - production . At the end In the 19th century the city became the capital of the state, and here there appeared majestic buildings in the classical style that still adorn the old center . And in the 70s . 20 century came a new period of rapid growth in Nashville: the city seized an economic boom, during which old and new attractions were reconstructed .
Nashville's entertainment, excursions and attractions
Downtown Nashville offers many opportunities for eating, having fun , to spend time culturally or to admire architecture. The city's entertainment center is the Broadway and Second Avenue areas. The Midtown area, which is located in the Vanderbilt / West End, is filled with restaurants, art galleries and architecturally remarkable buildings like the Parthenon at Centennial Park
The first city skyscraper, Life and Cazhelty Tower, was built in 1957. and marked the beginning of the era of high-rise buildings. The last of the famous skyscrapers of this era was an extremely noticeable "horned" building of AT & T, which the locals call "the building of Batman" precisely because of the two sharp spiers on the sides. It was erected in 1994, and today it is the most recognizable detail of the urban landscape, one of the symbols of Nashville and the tallest building in the state.
- Dine on General Jackson's boat during the cruise with a show and a buffet.
- Listen to the "Grand Ole Opry" - a weekly radio show that is played on Friday and Saturday evenings. This is the oldest permanent radio broadcast in the US, which began to be released in 1925. In the program, of course, country.
- In the evening, sit in the cafe "Blyuward" at Hillsborough Pike, a favorite place for songwriters of the city and country. By the way, it was here that Taylor Swift recorded for the first time and was noticed by the sound recording company
- Take a walk in the Centennial Park and admire the Parthenon - an exact copy of the Athenian, only on a scale.
Shelby Street pedestrian bridge was built in 1909 and used for In order to miss the flow of cars from the western part of the city to the center. Not so long ago, motor traffic on the bridge was closed, and now you can freely admire the excellent views of the river and the city center. This is a very popular and convenient way to get to the football stadium "Titan".
The Pechatnik Alley reflects the city's strong and long-standing connection with the trade in printed publications. A lot of religious and secular publications were published here. And today, on the avenue in downtown, a large number of historical bookstores that were discovered in the 19th century have survived. Interestingly, here is the historic city "red light district". Today Pechatnikov Alley is considered one of the most "hot" places of the city - there are plenty of bars and entertainment for adults.
The Tennessee State Capitol is considered a masterpiece of neoclassical architecture. It was completed in 1859, after 14 years of construction, during which the chief architect William Strickland died. Nevertheless, the Capitol building is considered its best work, so that the architect is buried inside. In the early 2000's. the building was restored, taking a long smoke from the vaults, on which you can now see the stunning paintings. The visit is free and free.
Capitol Mall is a beautiful green zone created in the 1990s. and stretched from the facade of the Capitol building. Here you can see a giant map of Tennessee, monuments related to the history of the state from prehistoric times, carillon and many other interesting details. In the summer, the children splash in the fountain, and right next door is the market of farm products with a food court. Nashville Business magazine calls the park a tourist attraction of the city No. 1.
The Hermitage is actually the former home of President Andrew Jackson, a family home where you can still see many original furnishings. The Hermitage became one of the first projects to preserve the historical heritage in the state. Above him worked, taking as a model the restoration of Mount Vernon, the house of George Washington. Today, the building and the gallery are guided tours of 2 hours (photo and video shooting is prohibited). The guard of the Hermitage is very vigilant, therefore it will not be possible to carry a backpack or a large bag.
Belle Meade plantation is a mansion built in 1853 and restored, as well as a garage for crews (1890) and one of the oldest wooden workers' huts in the state, built in 1790. All together represents a large piece of history, connected with the life of the southern planters before the war. Tours with guides in historical costumes are very interesting and organized by the local historical society.
Belmont mansion on the same boulevard is also worth a visit, and this can also be done during a group excursion with a guide. It lasts about an hour, during which visitors can view 16 rooms of the mansion, and then take a walk in the garden with marble sculptures and beautiful ornamental iron bars.
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The Tennessee Museum boasts a very extensive exhibition space: it is one of the largest museums in the country staff. Among the permanent exhibitions there are expositions devoted to prehistoric times, the first settlers, the "Jackson era", the Civil War and the Reconstruction. Visiting the museum is free of charge (fee is only charged for examining some temporary exhibitions.)
Fort Negly was partially reconstructed in the 30s . the last century . At the very beginning of the war, the Union troops captured it, and Nashville quickly became the second most fortified city in the States, so that the attempt of the Confederates to drive the city back in 1864 . failed . For many years the fort built by the forces of slaves and free Negroes was closed, but in 2004 .was opened to visit: there were pedestrian bridges and put explanatory tablets . And Fort Nashborough stands on the site of the original settlement, which then turned into Nashville . It is located on the banks of the Cumberland River, right behind the entertainment area Second Avenue . To the Fort on both sides adjoins the promenade with the promenade .
Auditorium Rimena was Completed in 1892 g . and named in honor of the newly converted evangelist Captain Rimen . Here the Grand Ole Opry was recorded from 1943 to 1974 ., and the audience twice became the "American Theater of the Year" and was included in the top ten "Best Places to Listen to Live Music" . @ This gospel and country temple can also be viewed with an excursion . A Hall of Fame and the Museum of Country Music hold regularly updated exhibitions and live performances . The original building was built in 1967 . and stood up to 2000 g . , when the Hall of Fame moved to a new location . The museum is visited by tours with "live" or aud ogid .
Events of Nashville
Nashville hosts a huge number of musical events . First of all, this is the presentation of the awards of the Country Music Association, which takes place in November at the Bridgeston arena and is broadcast on TV for millions of viewers . @ The second significant event of this kind is the CMA music festival, which takes place in June and lasts 4 days: it features country stars distributing autographs and communicating closely with fans . Also, in part a musical event can be considered a country music marathon in which participate more than 25 000 runners from around the world (half the marathon race runs even more people) . Marathon is held in April .
Among other non-musical events of the city is a film festival in April, which lasts a week. In the program of the festival hundreds of independent films: this is one of the largest film festivals in the south of the country. In September, there is a merry State Fair, which lasts 9 days in a row, and in August - a festival of tomato art. On the first Saturday of October, Centennial Park hosts the largest multicultural festival of Middle Tennessee with music, dance, ethnic food and the market.