Kingsport, Manufacturing city in Sullivan and Hawkins counties, Tennessee, United States.
The city extends along the Holston River at 369 meters elevation, functioning as the central point of the Kingsport-Bristol metropolitan region.
Established in 1822 as a shipping port on the Holston River, the settlement grew into a transportation center for goods moving downstream to Knoxville.
The city hall maintains exhibitions of historical photographs documenting the development of the community through different time periods.
The Kingsport Area Transit Service provides transportation across the city, including specialized van services and Dial-A-Ride ticket options for residents.
The city follows the urban planning concept of a garden city, designed by John Nolen with separate zones for residential, commercial, and industrial activities.
Location: Sullivan County
Location: Hawkins County
Inception: 1822
Elevation above the sea: 369 m
Website: https://kingsporttn.gov
GPS coordinates: 36.55025,-82.55944
Latest update: May 28, 2025 17:58
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