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   3 days ago · Memphis is a city in the U.S. state of Tennessee. It is the seat of Shelby County, in the southwesternmost part of the state, and is situated along the Mississippi River. With a population of 633,104 at the 2020 U.S. census, [7] Memphis is the second-most populous city in Tennessee after Nashville . Memphis is the fifth-most populous city in ...

2. www.britannica.com › place › Memphis-TennesseeMemphis | Facts, Map, & Points of Interest | Britannica

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   4 days ago · Memphis is a city and the seat of Shelby county located in extreme southwestern corner of Tennessee on the Mississippi River. It is the most populous city in the state and is at the center of Tennessee’s second largest metropolitan area.

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4. amazingworld.travel › tourist-attractions-memphis-usaDiscover Memphis, TN: 15 Must-See Tourist Attractions for ...

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   Jun 22, 2024 · Memphis, Tennessee, offers a diverse array of attractions, making it a vibrant destination for music lovers, history enthusiasts, and families. Visitors can explore Graceland, Elvis Presley’s iconic home, and Sun Studio, where rock ‘n’ roll legends recorded their first hits.

5. www.travelgumbo.com › blog › memphis-tennessee-ourMemphis, Tennessee: Our Top 10 to See and Do | TravelGumbo

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   Jun 20, 2024 · Memphis, Tennessee is still widely known today for the influential strains of blues, soul and rock 'n' roll that originated there. Samantha shares her top 10 things to see and do.

6. www.tripadvisor.com › Attractions-g55197THE 15 BEST Things to Do in Memphis - Tripadvisor

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   Jun 22, 2024 · Things to Do in Memphis, Tennessee: See Tripadvisor's 273,190 traveler reviews and photos of Memphis attractions.

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   Jun 21, 2024 · Memphis envelopes your senses with sights, sounds and tastes. And there is plenty to see, do and try here. Check out these 13 things to do in Memphis, Tennessee.

8. www.redfin.com › blog › what-is-memphis-tn-known-forWhat is Memphis, TN Known For? Get to Know this City | Redfin

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   Jun 12, 2024 · Memphis, TN is a city steeped in history, culture, and soul. From its iconic music scene to its mouthwatering barbecue, Memphis exudes a magnetic charm that captivates visitors and locals alike. But beyond its well-known attractions, there lies a tapestry of hidden gems and untold stories that truly set this city apart.

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   Where is Memphis Tennessee located?

   • Memphis is a city in the U.S. state of Tennessee. It is the seat of Shelby County, in the southwesternmost part of the state, and is situated along the Mississippi River. With a population of 633,104 at the 2020 U.S. census, Memphis is the second-most populous city in Tennessee after Nashville .

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   Is Memphis a big city?

   • Memphis is the fifth-most populous city in the Southeast, the nation's 28th-most populous overall, as well as the largest city bordering the Mississippi River and third largest metropolitan statistical area behind Greater St. Louis and the Twin Cities on the Mississippi River.

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   When did Memphis become a city?

   • The high Chickasaw Bluffs protecting the location from the waters of the Mississippi was contested by European settlers as Memphis developed. By 1819, when modern Memphis was founded, it was part of the United States territory. John Overton, James Winchester, and Andrew Jackson founded the city.

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   Is Memphis the poorest city in the United States?

   • "Census data: Memphis ranks as poorest city in United States". Archived from the original on September 26, 2011. ^ a b Covington, Jimmie (June 9, 2011). "Memphis Region's Demographic Trends/ Advance". Smart City Memphis. ^ "Memphis - Tennessee Encyclopedia". ^ "Bird's eye view of the city of Memphis, Tennessee 1870".

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   Why is Memphis called Memphis?

   • Memphis was named for the ancient Egyptian city (meaning “Place of Good Abode”). Memphis grew rapidly with the expansion of cotton growing in the South and because of its transportation facilities by railroad and river. It was incorporated in 1826.

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   How big is Memphis TN?

   • According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 324.0 square miles (839.2 km 2 ), of which 315.1 square miles (816.0 km 2) is land and 9.0 square miles (23.2 km 2 ), or 2.76%, is water. Downtown Memphis rises from a bluff along the Mississippi River.

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