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Chattanooga
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During the American Civil War Chattanooga was a major rail hub and at the center of a number of pitched battles. These battles are remembered through numerous battlefield parks and Civil War attractions located in and around the city.
In more modern times, the city has received national recognition for the renaissance of its once dilapidated downtown and redevelopment of its riverfront. An early cornerstone of this project was the restoration of the historic Walnut Street Bridge, which is now the world's longest pedestrian bridge.
Chattanooga is the corporate headquarters and home of Olan Mills, Blue Cross & Blue Shield of TN, Rock Creek Outfitters, Krystal, Chattem, Unum, The Chattanooga Bakery (home of the Moon pie), and Miller Industries, the largest tow truck manufacturer in the world; Chattanooga is the birthplace of the tow truck. Chattanooga is also home to the Tennessee Valley Authority, a self-funding government agency which operates numerous power plants in the South. Following the city's industrial decline, many businesses in the banking and insurance industries set up operations in Chattanooga. The city is home to large branch offices of Cigna, AT&T and UBS.
Within the last ten years the city has won 3 national awards for outstanding "livability", and 9 Gunther Blue Ribbon Awards for excellence in housing and consolidated planning.
As of the census of 2000, there are 155,554 people, 65,499 households, and 39,626 families residing in the city. There are 72,108 housing units at an average density of 205.9/km² (533.3/mi²). The racial makeup of the city is 59.71% White, 36.06% African American, 0.29% Native American, 1.54% Asian. 2.11% of the population are Hispanic or Latino of any race.
Eat
Budget
Plenty of fast food restaurants litter the town, although not as many in the downtown area.
Clumpie's, 26B Frazier Avenue, 267-5425, . A great little ice cream shop located on Frazier Avenue in the heart of the Northshore.
Nikki's Drive Inn, 899 Cherokee Blvd, 265-9015. (Right outside the tunnels, 2 minutes from Market Street) Great hush puppies and short-order food. A Chattanooga institution for more than 20 years.
Bea's Restaurant, 4500 Dodds Avenue, 867-3618. A little off the beaten path, Bea's offers real home cooking. Take a seat at a table, any table, occupied or not, and start grabbing what you'd like off the lazy susan in the center of the table.
Zarzour's Restaurant, 1627 Rossville Avenue, off Main Street. 266-0424. This fabulous "meat and 3" defines down-home atmosphere. Established in 1918, it's certainly one of Chattanooga's oldest establishments. The menu changes daily, but you can always get the best burger in town. Featured in Gourmet magazine and the book "Road Food".
Spoons Kitchen+Pub, 224 Frazier Ave, 267-0330. Best burgers in town. Beer, wine, and a view. Come relax, enjoy yourself. Rockin' house parties on the weekends with the hottest local bands.
Mid-range
DowntownMom's Italian Villa, 1257 Market Street (near the Chattanooga Choo Choo), 266-2204. This quant little restaurant has been in this location for over 20 years, weathering several incarations of the neighborhood. Serving "Italian" cuisine from Mom - a southern belle! The story...
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The founders of Stax Records in Memphis tapped into the talents of a racially diverse neighborhood - the kids hanging out at the record store, in the churches and high schools, even the local supermarket - and wound up creating a vibrant, sultry new style of music that moved people the world over. R-e-s-p-e-c-t, Soul Man, Dock of the Bay and In the Midnight Hour are just a few of the hits created at this legendary studio. See where it all began: in a humble old movie house on McLemore Avenue, and the neighborhood that came to be known as Soulsville USA. As your musician guide performs soul classics, you will see W.C. Handy House, Lorraine Motel, Soulsville USA (home to such greats as Aretha Franklin, Maurice White of Earth, Wind, and Fire, and Booker T. Jones), and Royal Studio (home of Hi Records). You will also visit Stax Museum of American located at the original site of the legendary Stax Records, where the memory of Stax soul music legends are kept alive. Join the fun and make use of the tambourines, bongos and shakers on board as you become part of the performance and find your own rhythm and soul!
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Your guide will lead your Memphis Ghosts Walking Tour through the dark mysteries and supernatural experiences of some of Memphis' oldest landmarks, such as the Orpheum Theater, Cotton Row, and Handy Park. Explore the darker side of Memphis -- named for the famed Egyptian City of the Dead -- and hear chilling tales of the city's haunted heritage as told by friendly, professional storytellers and tour guides. Put on your walking shoes and join a ghostly adventure in Memphis you will never forget. Approximate distance traveled on this walking tour is 1 mile.
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Graceland is a must-see for any visitor to Memphis so why not take a ride on the music bus and journey to the home of Elvis Presley - the King of Rock 'n Roll. Upon arrival at Graceland Visitors' Center, you'll have a Platinum Pass waiting for you. This includes: - the Mansion
- Meditation Garden
- Auto Museum
- Elvis' Custom Jets
- the Sincerely Elvis Exhibit
- Elvis After Dark
You can also shop for Elvis gifts, enjoy the restaurants and ice cream parlor before returning to downtown Memphis or your hotel. It's as simple as that! This tour is led by experienced and talented Memphis musicians, who'll captivate you with their own magical blend of story and song and bring history alive. From your best-loved favorites to little-known gems and their own original creations, they do it all! With tambourines, shakers and bongos onboard, audience participation is encouraged! Feel free to sing along, clap your hands and stomp your feet! There's as much happening inside the bus as outside - so get ready to shake, rattle and roll!
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