Southern hospitality, serene outdoors, white water rafting, historical museums, amusement parks, bluegrass; Knoxville has it all. Nestled among four national parks, it offers the best in beautiful landscapes, outdoor adventures and impressive roads. Besides its lush backdrop, the city is brimming with cultural and historical attractions. Go back in time to a rural Appalachian Mountain village at the Museum of Appalachia, or visit the infamous Bengal tigers at the Knoxville Zoo. Or stop by Knoxville's historic Old City or French Market Area and partake in the colorful atmosphere, delicious restaurants and unique boutiques.

Venture 30 miles southeast of Knoxville to Pigeon Forge and check out Dollywood, the Dixie Stampede Dinner Theater and Flyaway, where you can experience indoor skydiving. Nearby Gatlinburg is home to similar attractions, including the famous, Great Smoky Arts & Crafts Community, a sky-lift ride to the top of Crockett Mountain and a plethora of theme parks.

The opportunity for adventure is endless in Knoxville. Memorable roads, breathtaking scenery and world-class entertainment blend together to produce a winning combination.

WHERE TO GO IF YOU WANT TO KNOW MORE

For more information on Knoxville and the surrounding areas, the Knoxville Tourism & Sports Corporation (1-800-727-8045 or http://www.knoxville.org/) is a treasure-trove. The people there have impressive lists and descriptions of attractions, eateries and transportation.

Getting to Knoxville is easy, it's situated at the crossroads of three major interstates: I-75, I-40 and I-81. McGhee-Tyson Airport serves as the city's air-transport hub with more than 100 flights daily on seven major carriers and several regional airlines.