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Southern Byways

Archive for the ‘Small Towns to Visit’ Category

March 22nd, 2008

Hidden Gems: Graceland Too

Tupelo, Mississippi is the birthplace of Elvis and Graceland, his stately residence, is located in Memphis, and in between those two is the town of  Holly Springs, Miss., and Graceland Too. This residence is dedicated to everything Elvis. Created by the self-proclaimed biggest Elvis fan in the world, the house/museum is filled with all kind […]

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February 29th, 2008

Hidden Gems: Laurel and Hardy Museum in Harlem, Ga.

Chances are you probably have never heard of Harlem, Ga., unless you live near the area, or happen to be a Laurel and Hardy fan.
What exactly does this comedy duo to do with this small town located about 20 miles from Augusta? Well, its more Hardy than Laurel; Oliver Hardy was born in Harlem in […]

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February 27th, 2008

Spotlight on Small Town Destinations: Paducah, Kentucky

If you enjoy visiting small southern art towns, then Paducah, Ky.,  is the destination for you.
However, it didn’t start out this way. Founded by William Clark (yes, that Clark of the Lewis and Clark duo), its beginnings were quite industrial. Paducah was an important rail hub because of its location near the coalfields. […]

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February 16th, 2008

It’s Happening in the South: Natchez Spring Pilgrimage

People come from around the world to Natchez, Mississippi, during the annual Spring Pilgrimage. Scheduled for March 8 - April 12, over twenty antebellum homes, many private residences, are open to the public for tours. Not only do you have the opportunity to learn about home itself, but about the residents and their interesting stories, […]

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February 15th, 2008

Spotlight on Small Town Destinations: Fairhope, Ala.

 
When you think of Alabama’s Gulf coast, you automatically think beaches. With sand and sun on the mind, it’s easy to overlook the nearby small towns in the area. However, if you overlook Fairhope, the funky little town located on the bay, you’ll be missing out on someplace special.
The town has made a […]

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February 14th, 2008

Hidden Gems: Shoal Sanctuary

Chances are you probably haven’t heard of Mossy Head, Fla., near DeFuniak Springs, unless you are very familiar with this area. Typically when you are in Walton County, you have an agenda: heading to the beach. However, there is a reason for taking a slight detour to visit this town. It’s called Shoal Sanctuary, a […]

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February 9th, 2008

Let’s Go to the Mountains: Asheville, North Carolina

Recognized as the “Best Mountain City” in Southern Living magazine’s 2007 Reader’s Choice Awards, Asheville appeal to so many. Whether you are a history buff, art collector, or just like exploring mountain cities, then Asheville should be on top of your travel list.
Must Do…
Filled with history and lore, the best place to learn about the […]

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January 20th, 2008

What’s in a Name? A Look at Some Unusual and Funny Town Names Found Across the South

A little ways up the road from where I live is Between, Georgia. When I first saw the sign, I was curious to know exactly what the town is "between." It’s named such because the town is located between Atlanta and Athens. Okay, fair enough. When it comes to different or unusual names, Georgia also […]

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November 15th, 2007

Let’s Go the the Mountains: Train Rides

Train rides just may be one of the best ways to experience the mountains, especially if you want to see as much as you can in a short amount of time.
In Georgia, hop aboard for a trip on the Blue Ridge Scenic Railroad . Departing from Blue Ridge, this three- and-a-half hour ride includes a […]

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September 2nd, 2007

The Kentucky Bourbon Festival

All kinds of festivals and fall fairs are coming out of the woodwork over the next few months, but the minute I spotted this one, I thought that a lot of you just might be interested in knowing more!
“Jim Rutledge, master distiller at Four Roses Distillery, knows all about the art of Kentucky bourbon-making […]

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