Tennessee

Tennessee stretches from the Appalachian Mountains in the east to the Mississippi River in the west, encompassing diverse landscapes of mountains, valleys, and plains.

Tennessee entered the Union as the sixteenth state in 1796, after previously being part of North Carolina and the Southwest Territory.

Nashville, the state capital, maintains one of the largest concentrations of music recording studios and entertainment companies in North America.

Tennessee residents benefit from no state income tax on wages, making it an attractive destination for people seeking lower tax obligations.

The Great Smoky Mountains National Park in Tennessee receives more than 12 million annual visitors, making it the most frequented national park in America.

Location: United States

Inception: June 1, 1796

Capital city: Nashville

Elevation above the sea: 280 m

Part of: contiguous United States

Shares border with: Arkansas, Missouri, Kentucky, Virginia, North Carolina, Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi

Website: https://tn.gov

GPS coordinates: 35.77301,-86.28201

Latest update: May 30, 2025 22:28