There's apparently something about Tennessee...
On three separate occasions this week, different Japanese people who are in no way connected to each other, asked me where Tennessee was in the U.S. and whether I had been there or not. My curiosity was peaked. So what IS there in Tennessee?
Union Planters IMAX Theater - Open since 1995, the IMAX Theatre is the only one located in the Mid-South. The screen stands four stories high with IMAX Digital surround sound and more. The facilities can accommodate meetings, lectures and other large presentations. The theatre seats up to 240 people.
Graceland - Tour the mansion of Elvis Presley, which features a famous pink Cadillac and more. Located on 14-acres, the mansion features a pool room, Jungle Room, trophy building. Situated in the trophy building are gold records, movie and stage costumes and more. Respect can be paid in the Meditation Garden.
Memphis Music Hall of Fame - Documenting the history of music in Memphis, this museum covers everything from WC Handy to Elvis Presley.
Country Music Hall of Fame - The hall of fame is located in downtown Nashville in the entertainment district. Over 40,000 square feet of space is featured. A large two story wall includes every gold and platinum record which ever made the country music charts. Situated in the museum is a restaurant.
The Parthenon - Located in Centennial Park, the Parthenon is a full-size replica of the one on the Acropolis in Athens, Greece. Situated in the Parthenon is a large 42-foot sculpture of the Athena. A permanent art collection is located on-site. This is the only replica in the world.
The list goes on and on. I shouldn't have underestimated the Great State of Tennessee. I mean, it has a city named "Pigeon Forge." Can't beat that. Check this out in case you ever find yourself passing through Tennessee.
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