The capital of Tennessee was named after Francis Nash, a general of the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War in 1779. Today, it is famous for being the home of country music with two of the most popular attractions being the Country Music Hall of Fame and the revered Grand Ole Opry. Learn about the greats from the genre’s inception to the modern day and sample the city’s lively music scene. Alternatively, visit the original Jack Daniel’s distillery or take a tour of a plantation for a poignant insight into the region’s history.
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