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ATTRACTIONS

Among Nashville's most appealing attractions that fall into the ''must see'' category, there are:

Country Music Hall-Fame Museum, where you can see displays of historic country video clips, recorded music and dynamic exhibits, enjoy live performances and public programs, all of which reveal the cultural significance of the music, the museum being home of America's music since 1967.

Bicentennial State Park, featuring erupting geyser fountains and a large grass space known as the ''Mall'', great for spending a fun day out with family or walk and catch a breath of fresh air, after a long day of sightseeing in Nashville.

Fort Negley‎, a fortification built for the American Civil War, located approximately two miles south of downtown Nashville, which reveals Nashville's Civil War History. Tours are available by reservations, one tour lasting up to an hour.

Tennessee State Museum‎, which tells the history of Tennesse through exhibits that include furniture, silver, weapons, quilts, and paintings, the museum also featuring a life-size water wheel and displays of uniforms, battle flags and weapons.

Nashville Zoo At Grassmere, a place where the beauty and the wildlife richness of the nature can be seen in all its splendor, the zoo being home to approximately 300 beautiful animals, gathered from all over the world, ranging from small to large, all of them being housed in equaly beautiful natural habitats that offer visitors a unique and unforgetable experince.

Annual Events

The poeple who live in Nashville seem to love celebrations, because there are tons of fun and entertaining events, happening throughout the year in the city, among the most expected and popular ones being:

- the Annual Tennessee Jazz and Blues, which happens in late May,

- the American Artisan Festival, which takes place in mid-June,

- Music City Pig Fest, held in mid-August,

- Tennessee State Fair, happening in mid-September, including dozens of other exciting events, dedicated for the enjoyment of the entire family.