Memphis,
Tennessee
 It has been said that
Memphis is mentioned in more songs than any other city in the world. If it is
not true, it should be, because Memphis has a lot to sing about.
A big city with
a small town feel, Memphis has one of the lowest costs of living of any U.S.
city with a population of more than 500,000. It has been recognized nationally
for its beauty and cleanliness and provides recreational and cultural activities
for the visitor and resident alike.
Annual events held in
Memphis include:
- Memphis in May
International Festival
- International Barbecue
Cooking Contest
- Beale Street Music Fest
- U.S. Indoor Tennis
Championship
- St. Jude Golf
Classic
Some of music's biggest names
have called Memphis home:
- Elvis
- B. B. King
- Jerry Lee Lewis
- Al Green
- Carl Perkins
You will also find numerous
cultural and social events at such venues as The FedEx Forum and The Orpheum
Theatre. Memphis also has a multitude of museums, historical districts, parks,
art galleries and music venues.
For more information on
Memphis please visit one of the following sites.
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