Memphis has inspired many things to people who have come to the city, it has even inspired a song. It goes like this, "Then I'm walking in Memphis, walking with my feet ten feet off of Beale...Walking in Memphis, but do I really feel the way I feel." You may or may not heard of the song, but soon after visiting Memphis yourself, you'll find out why so many people enjoy their visit there. A lot of activities await you, and you'll want to do it all if you can
Memphis in Tennessee is located on the northern part of the Mississippi. Being such a big city, there are sure to be lots of sights that you won't want to miss. Among these is the Mud Island River Park and Museum, where you can enjoy cruising, rafting and boating. If however a leisure bicycle ride is more your style, you can rent bicycles and ride around the River Walk and the Mississippi River.
The River Walk is actually a replica of the actual lower Mississippi River. It's unique and fascinating in that every 30" stride is the same as one mile of the actual River. The replica also has all the complete details of the real thing including the cities, landmarks and bridges along the river banks.
The Mississippi River Museum is interesting to history buffs and there are historical sites that you can visit. There's even an aquarium here that showcases six large aquariums filled with river creatures that are fun for adults and children to see. On top of that, during a visit to the River Museum, you get to see a life size replica of a steamboat, just like the one you would see on the river.
There are camp sites for those who enjoy camping right in Memphis. The Elvis Presley Boulevard RV Park, featuring some of the best barbeque food in the country, and close to "Home of the Blues and the birthplace of Rock n' Roll", Mississippi River RV Park (located also at the Elvis Presley Blvd.) and if you want to be near the famous Beale Street, 8 miles from there is the Graceland KOA Campground.
The attractions in Memphis is what makes the place so special. Every year all sorts of celebrations take place to commemorate various festivals. From the Carnival Memphis which celebrates the local industry in June, to many others such as the Italian Festival, the Cooper Young Festival which is an art competition that showcases talents by artists from other states, the Elvis Presley birthday celebration this year in 2010, plus a whole string of festivals too numerous to mention.
The Memphis International Festival is popular among tourists and it is a month long festival in May. The festival is divided into four main events: the Beale Street Music Festival (the three-day musical event that kicks off the Memphis in May), the International Week (aims to expose the youth to different cultures from around the world), the World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest (the largest barbecue competition in the world), and the Sunset Symphony (the closing event where the Memphis Symphony Orchestra performs).
As you know by now, a visit to Memphis is inspiring for a vacation. We should know how the singer feels about Memphis...
