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Located along the river that once gave it a name, Mississippi is a misunderstood and often overlooked state that has more to offer than first meets the eye. While some travelers choose to shun Mississippi for its troubled past, the state swoons visitors with its Southern charm and its picturesque rural scenery. Although the state has faced numerous economic setbacks in the past century, it once ranked among the top ten wealthiest states. During the 1860s, Mississippi claimed the title of the nation’s most profitable cotton producer. While the Civil War jostled the state from its superior standing, its citizens gritted their teeth and worked to rebuild the cotton-dependent state. Today the state’s tumultuous past can be found in museums and echoed in the baseline of the famous Southern jazz, while visitors enjoy a culture that isn’t afraid to celebrate its present.

Jackson, Mississippi is the state’s proud capital, and an epicenter for museums and historic sites. Guests who would like to learn about the state’s history can stop by the Mississippi Agriculture and Forestry Museum or tour the historic Eudora Welty House and Garden. Those interested in the arts can embark on an adventure along the Mississippi Blues Trail, which features informational and historic markers regarding some of the state’s most famous musicians. Visitors can gaze at more than 3,000 works of art at the Mississippi Museum of Art or view works created by some of the state’s most famous African American artists at the Smith Robertson Museum and Cultural Center. Guests will find no shortage of nightlife and entertainment in this self-proclaimed ’City with Soul.’ Jackson features more than 50 night clubs, blues ‘juke joints’ and restaurants that offer live music.

The small yet sophisticated town of Oxford offers visitors an exciting vacation destination with a collegiate atmosphere. Home to the University of Mississippi, Oxford celebrates its past and present with equal vigor. The small city was home to Nobel Prize winning author William Faulkner. Literature aficionados can tour his home, Rowan Oak, where he wrote some of his most renowned masterpieces such as: As I lay Dying, A Fable and Light in August. Visitors can stroll through the Historic Downtown Square, which has served as the city’s hub since 1837. The city center’s ornate brick facades house locally-owned boutiques, art galleries, independent bookstores and the oldest department store in the South. Those looking for a lively nightlife can find it in the Square, and watch the city erupt with a vibrant energy after the setting sun. Civil War enthusiasts can visit points of interest such as the old Confederate Cemetery, which houses more than 700 Union and Confederate soldiers who lost their life at the Battle of Shiloh in 1862. Those who would like to learn a bit more about the state’s history can visit the University of Mississippi’s Center for the Study of Southern Culture.

A retreat to Mississippi’s Gulf Coast is a necessary addition to any adventurer’s itinerary. The sub-tropical climate makes the Gulf Coast a perfect destination any time of year. Visitors can indulge in a variety of outdoor attractions or test out their luck at one of the area’s many casinos. Adventurous guests can kayak or canoe along the Gulf Coast’s picturesque bayous or take a hike in the nearby Desoto National Forest. Golf enthusiasts can choose from one of nearly 20 golf courses that can fit any preference and budget. Those who would simply like to sit back and relax can catch some sun on the world’s longest man-made beach, which spans a stunning 26 miles and features numerous beach towns. Gamers and gamblers can find no shortage of entertainment in Mississippi’s Gulf Coast. The area features more than 11 casinos that offer spas, upscale restaurants and world-class entertainment.

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