Few cities in the southern United States enjoy the kind of cultural heritage Nashville, Tennessee boasts. Known throughout the world as the Country Music Capital of the World, Nashville plays host not just to music enthusiasts, but also history buffs wanting to explore some of the Civil War's most pivotal battles. Whether you've come to Nashville for business, leisure, or after winning a trip as part of a car sweepstakes, there is a world of things to see and do in Music City.

Every year, thousands of country music lovers flock to the Grand Ole Opry, country music's Mecca of events. Since 1925, this musical program has filled America's airwaves with the best country music has to offer every Saturday night, and visitors to Nashville have gone so far as to accept cash for jewelry just to have the privilege of taking in the broadcast live, making the Grand Ole Opry House on of the premier sites for visitors in Nashville. The only site more popular than the Opry House might be the Country Music Hall of Fame, open since 1961. Between these two sights and the annual CMA Music Festival, it's easy to understand why a trip to Nashville for a country fan is better than ten day spa gifts for a beauty enthusiast.

Nashville's Civil War historical sites welcomes those wanting to step back in time to the many places war came to the city in the 19th Century. Key clashes such as the Battle of Nashville, Franklin, and Stone River are commemorated at the scenes where they took place, giving visitors a glimpse into one of America's foundational events.

Other major tourist sites include the Parthenon in the city's Centennial Park, a full scale reconstruction of the Greek monument, historical Forts Nashborough and Negley, as well as the Cheekwood Botanical Garden and Museum of Art.

If you've stayed everywhere from a Toronto B & B to a California bungalow, you know it's important to get out of your room from time to time. If you're looking for a great way to spend a day with the family, try either the Adventure Science Center or Nashville Zoo at Grassmere. For those with a love of sports and food, why wait for hours at food product launches when you can chow down and watch the thrilling NHL Nashville Predators or explosive NFL Tennessee Titans tear up the competition? If you're a lover of beer, head down to the Yazoo Brewery on Saturday to take a tour of the plant, then stop to try some of Nashville's finest ale.

All this and more are available for Nashville's guests to enjoy year round. Make your way down to Music City and see what this great southern gem has to offer you.