Alley Pechatnikov
The Alley of Printers reflects the city’s strong and long-standing relationship with the print trade. Many religious and secular publications were published here. And today, a large number of historical bookstores, opened in the 19th century, have been preserved on the alley in downtown. Curiously, the city’s historic “red light district” is also located here. Today Pechatnikov Alley is considered one of the hottest places in the city – it is full of bars and entertainment for adults.
Those who wish can visit the local Yazoo brewery with a guided tour. This is possible only on Saturdays: beer is not brewed on this day. As a gift, visitors receive a branded pint glass.
Capitol
According to toppharmacyschools, the Tennessee State Capitol is considered a masterpiece of neoclassical architecture. It was completed in 1859 after 14 years of construction, during which the chief architect, William Strickland, died. However, the Capitol building is considered his best work, so the architect is buried inside. In the early 2000s the building was restored, having removed many years of soot from the vaults, on which you can now see stunning paintings. The visit is free and free.
Capitol Mall Park
Capitol Mall Park is a beautiful green area created in the 1990s. and stretching from the facade of the Capitol building. Here you can see a giant map of Tennessee, monuments related to the history of the state from prehistoric times, a carillon and many other interesting details. In the summer, children splash in the fountain, and a farmer’s market with a food court is open right next door. Nashville Business Magazine named the park the city’s No. 1 tourist attraction.
Hermitage
The Hermitage is actually the former home of President Andrew Jackson, a family property where many of the original furnishings can still be seen. The Hermitage was one of the first historic preservation projects in the state. They worked on it, taking as a model the restoration of Mount Vernon, the home of George Washington. Today, the building and the gallery are guided tours lasting 2 hours (photo and video shooting is prohibited). The Hermitage security is very vigilant, so it will not be possible to carry a backpack or a large bag with you.
Belle Mead Plantation
Belle Meade Plantation is a mansion built in 1853 and restored, as well as a carriage garage (1890) and one of the oldest wooden workhouses in the state, built in 1790. All together is a big piece of history, connected with the free life of the southern planters before the war. Tours with guides in historical costumes are very interesting and are organized by the local historical society.
Belmont Mansion
The Belmont Mansion on Belmont Boulevard is also worth a visit, and this can also be done on a guided group tour. It lasts about an hour, during which visitors can explore the 16 rooms of the mansion, and then walk through the garden with marble sculptures and beautiful ornamental iron bars.
Tennessee State Museum
The Tennessee State Museum boasts a very extensive exhibition space: it is one of the largest state museums in the country. Among the permanent exhibitions are those dedicated to prehistory, the first settlers, the “Jackson era”, the Civil War and Reconstruction. Entrance to the museum is free (fee is charged only for viewing some temporary exhibitions).
Fort Negley
Fort Negley was partially reconstructed in the 30s. last century. It was captured by Union troops early in the war, and Nashville quickly became the second most fortified city in the States, so the Confederates’ attempt to recapture the city in 1864 failed. For many years, the fort, built by the forces of slaves and free blacks, was closed, but in 2004 it was opened to the public: footbridges were built here and explanatory signs were put up. And Fort Nashborough stands on the site of the original settlement, which then turned into Nashville. It is located on the banks of the Cumberland River, just behind the Second Avenue entertainment district. An embankment with a promenade adjoins the fort on both sides.
“Music” is a 11-meter sculpture with nine naked dancing figures, created in 2003 and installed in a circular square in the middle of Music Row.
Auditorium Rimena
The Riemen Auditorium was completed in 1892 and named after the newly converted evangelist Captain Riemen. The Grand Ole Opry was recorded here from 1943 to 1974, and the audience was twice American Theater of the Year and one of the top ten “Best Places to Listen to Live Music”. This temple of gospel and country music can also be visited with a guided tour. And the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum hosts regularly updated exhibitions and live performances. The original building was built in 1967 and stood until 2000, when the hall of fame moved to a new location. There are guided tours around the museum with a live or audio guide.
