Tennessee (TN)

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Tennessee became the 16th state of the union in 1796. It is only 180 kilometers wide, but stretches 695 kilometers from the Appalachian Mountains border with North Carolina in the east to the Mississippi River border with Missouri and Arkansas in the west.

Tennessee’s two largest cities, Memphis and Nashville, are known as centers of blues and country music, respectively, and have played host to the likes of Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis, Muddy Waters, Johnny Cash, BB King, and Dolly Parton.

Memphis is also famous for barbecues and hosts the well-attended “Memphis in May” barbecue competition each year.

Geography

Tennessee is a state located in the southeastern region of the United States, bordered by eight other states: Kentucky to the north, Virginia to the northeast, North Carolina to the east, Georgia, Alabama and Mississippi to the south, and Arkansas and Missouri to the west. It is known for its lush green landscapes of rolling hills and valleys, wooded forests and rivers.

Tennessee is divided into three distinct regions: East Tennessee, Middle Tennessee and West Tennessee. East Tennessee comprises most of the Cumberland Plateau in its eastern section. This region consists of some of Tennessee’s highest elevations with peaks such as Clingmans Dome at 6643 feet above sea level. The terrain here tends to be more rugged than other parts of the state with steep ridges and narrow valleys. This region also contains several national parks such as Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Obed Wild & Scenic River Park.

Middle Tennessee lies in a broad basin between East Tennessee’s mountains and West Tennessee’s lowlands. It has a mix of terrain ranging from rolling hills in its western half to flatlands in its eastern half. Nashville is located here near the geographic center of the state making it an important hub for transportation, commerce, education and entertainment. Middle Tennessee is home to several major lakes including Center Hill Lake, Dale Hollow Lake and Old Hickory Lake which are popular recreation areas for fishing boating swimming and camping.

West Tennessee lies on a low plateau that gradually slopes downward toward Mississippi River Valley in Arkansas. This area has many small mountains including Reelfoot Mountain which rises up from an otherwise flat landscape creating dramatic views along its ridgeline vistas overlooking miles of farmland below it. The majority of this region consists mostly flat farmland which makes it suitable for agricultural production The northern part contains some hilly areas with woods interspersed throughout but most are found in larger tracts near rivers such as Obion River or Wolf River. Towns here tend to be smaller than those found further east but still contribute significantly to agriculture industry due their access to water resources.

Tennessee’s landscape is diverse making it an ideal destination for outdoor enthusiasts looking for adventure or relaxation alike. Whether you’re into hiking, camping, hunting, fishing, boating or just taking in beautiful scenery there’s something here for everyone. From majestic mountain peaks, sparkling lakes, dense forests or open plains there’s no shortage of things explore in this great state.

Cities in Tennessee

Below are the top 15 cities by population in Tennessee. For all cities and towns in the state, please see Tennessee cities list.

Nashville is the state capital and largest city of Tennessee. The city is known for its music scene, which includes genres such as country, bluegrass, gospel and rock. It is also home to the Grand Ole Opry, the world-famous country music venue. Nashville also has plenty of attractions including the Country Music Hall of Fame, Ryman Auditorium and Cheekwood Botanical Garden & Museum of Art. The downtown area is filled with restaurants, shops, bars and clubs. The Gulch neighborhood is a great place to explore for its trendy restaurants and nightlife spots.

Knoxville is another popular destination in Tennessee. Located in East Tennessee, Knoxville offers a variety of activities such as hiking in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park or visiting Ijams Nature Center to learn about local wildlife. Knoxville also has some great museums including the East Tennessee History Center and the Knoxville Museum of Art. There are plenty of places to shop in downtown Knoxville or check out Market Square for unique local vendors selling handmade goods. Foodies won’t be disappointed either with a variety of restaurants from classic southern cuisine to international flavors.

Memphis is another important city in Tennessee located on the Mississippi River near Arkansas border. This vibrant city has a rich history that dates back to its founding by French settlers in 1819. Memphis was once an important port for cotton trading and it’s still home to blues music venues like Beale Street where live performances can be heard nightly. Other attractions include Sun Studio where Elvis Presley recorded his first album as well as Graceland Mansion where he lived until his death in 1977. The National Civil Rights Museum documents the struggles of African Americans during segregation while Mud Island River Park offers outdoor activities like biking or kayaking on Wolf River Harbor along with stunning views of Memphis skyline from its observation deck

Rank City Population
1 Nashville-Davidson 708,490
2 Memphis 634,139
3 Knoxville 189,339
4 Chattanooga 180,353
5 Clarksville 163,518
6 Murfreesboro 148,970
7 Franklin 81,531
8 Johnson City 69,521
9 Jackson 67,753
10 Hendersonville 60,628
11 Bartlett 57,639
12 Kingsport 55,019
13 Smyrna 52,401
14 Collierville 50,669
15 Spring Hill 48,403

Counties in Tennessee

The State of Tennessee consists of 95 counties. They are:

  1. Anderson County, Tennessee
  2. Bedford County, Tennessee
  3. Benton County, Tennessee
  4. Bledsoe County, Tennessee
  5. Blount County, Tennessee
  6. Bradley County, Tennessee
  7. Campbell County, Tennessee
  8. Cannon County, Tennessee
  9. Carroll County, Tennessee
  10. Carter County, Tennessee
  11. Cheatham County, Tennessee
  12. Chester County, Tennessee
  13. Claiborne County, Tennessee
  14. Clay County, Tennessee
  15. Cocke County, Tennessee
  16. Coffee County, Tennessee
  17. Crockett County, Tennessee
  18. Cumberland County, Tennessee
  19. Davidson County, Tennessee
  20. Decatur County, Tennessee
  21. DeKalb County, Tennessee
  22. Dickson County, Tennessee
  23. Dyer County, Tennessee
  24. Fayette County, Tennessee
  25. Fentress County, Tennessee
  26. Franklin County, Tennessee
  27. Gibson County, Tennessee
  28. Giles County, Tennessee
  29. Grainger County, Tennessee
  30. Greene County, Tennessee
  31. Grundy County, Tennessee
  32. Hamblen County, Tennessee
  33. Hamilton County, Tennessee
  34. Hancock County, Tennessee
  35. Hardeman County, Tennessee
  36. Hardin County, Tennessee
  37. Hawkins County, Tennessee
  38. Haywood County, Tennessee
  39. Henderson County, Tennessee
  40. Henry County, Tennessee
  41. Hickman County, Tennessee
  42. Houston County, Tennessee
  43. Humphreys County, Tennessee
  44. Jackson County, Tennessee
  45. Jefferson County, Tennessee
  46. Johnson County, Tennessee
  47. Knox County, Tennessee
  48. Lake County, Tennessee
  49. Lauderdale County, Tennessee
  50. Lawrence County, Tennessee
  51. Lewis County, Tennessee
  52. Lincoln County, Tennessee
  53. Loudon County, Tennessee
  54. Macon County, Tennessee
  55. Madison County, Tennessee
  56. Marion County, Tennessee
  57. Marshall County, Tennessee
  58. Maury County, Tennessee
  59. McMinn County, Tennessee
  60. McNairy County, Tennessee
  61. Meigs County, Tennessee
  62. Monroe County, Tennessee
  63. Montgomery County, Tennessee
  64. Moore County, Tennessee
  65. Morgan County, Tennessee
  66. Obion County, Tennessee
  67. Overton County, Tennessee
  68. Perry County, Tennessee
  69. Pickett County, Tennessee
  70. Polk County, Tennessee
  71. Putnam County, Tennessee
  72. Rhea County, Tennessee
  73. Roane County, Tennessee
  74. Robertson County, Tennessee
  75. Rutherford County, Tennessee
  76. Scott County, Tennessee
  77. Sequatchie County, Tennessee
  78. Sevier County, Tennessee
  79. Shelby County, Tennessee
  80. Smith County, Tennessee
  81. Stewart County, Tennessee
  82. Sullivan County, Tennessee
  83. Sumner County, Tennessee
  84. Tipton County, Tennessee
  85. Trousdale County, Tennessee
  86. Unicoi County, Tennessee
  87. Union County, Tennessee
  88. Van Buren County, Tennessee
  89. Warren County, Tennessee
  90. Washington County, Tennessee
  91. Wayne County, Tennessee
  92. Weakley County, Tennessee
  93. White County, Tennessee
  94. Williamson County, Tennessee
  95. Wilson County, Tennessee

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