A Guide for Travelers to Tennessee
From Memphis to Nashville, Tennessee offers a variety of interesting and often surprising architecture. The State of Tennessee even boasts a house by Frank Lloyd Wright and the controversial home of former Vice President Al Gore.Must-see Buildings in Memphis, Tennessee:
- Graceland Mansion
Graceland Mansion was home to rock star Elvis Presley from 1957 until his death on August 16, 1977. It's now a National Historic Landmark - Tallest Buildings in Memphis
Skyscrapers to watch for. - Elmwood Cemetery
Historic monuments and memorials. - South Main Street
Turn-of-the-20th century architecture.
Must-see Buildings in Nashville, Tennessee:
- Capitol State Park Mall
Site of many important buildings and memorials. - Tennessee State Capitol
Designed by the noted architect William Strickland. - The Hermitage
Home of President Andrew Jackson. -
The Nashville Parthenon
World's only full size replica of the ancient Parthenon of Greece. -
Belle Meade Plantation
"Queen of Tennessee Plantations." - Historic Germantown
Grand houses, worker's cottages, and shotgun homes.
