Go on down to Jackson! Jackson, Mississippi might be the famed town in the Johnny Cash song of the same name. If not, no matter as the city is still famous for its melodic impression on musical artists such as The Rolling Stones, Nancy Sinatra and rapper Kid Rock. For any vacationer with an appreciation of Gospel, Blues or R&B music, Jackson is a must visit! Located in the Southern United States in central Mississippi, air travelers to Jackson should arrive at the Jackson-Evers International Airport. Jackson, also known as Jackson City, is the state capital. Many important government buildings such as the State Capitol, Governorﾒs Mansion and Old State Capitol building are open daily for tours. Also worth mentioning is the Smith Robertson Museum and Cultural Center that examines the American Civil Rights movement. Jacksonﾒs tourism slogan is a 'city with soul', quite possibly because Jackson tends to make such a strong impression on those who take time to visit.

Beyond Jackson, Mississippi can offer tourists the birthplace of Elvis Presley, located in Tupelo. This house presents visitors the chance to see where rock and roll was born! After visiting Tupelo, be charmed in Clarksdale at the Delta Blues Museum and top off your exploration of music history in Clinton, which is home to the Musicians Hall of Fame. Lastly, do not miss the opportunity to taste cuisine unique to Mississippi such as Cajun fried pecans, sweet potato pie or Mississippi mud pie. Mississippi has something to please all or your senses.