Getting
here
Mississippi is very accessible from any direction if you’re driving. Or,
if you are winging your way in you have the Gulfport-Biloxi (GPT) airport
for the Gulf beaches. The Jackson (JAN) airport, in central Mississippi,
also serves Vicksburg. Memphis (MEM), just over the Tennessee state line,
serves the northwestern area of Mississippi and Tupelo (TUP) serves Tupelo
and northeastern Mississippi.
Most of Mississippi's
visitors come here for one or more of the following six reasons: business,
history, hunting, fishing, gambling or just to relax and have fun. And,
rarely, is a visitor to this beautiful state disappointed.
Business in
Mississippi
Mississippi has an aggressive program to attract new industry. In fact, it
has already been very successful in attracting pollution-free industry to
the state. Coordination with the several State Universities has been very
productive - not only for the present but with great future implications.
Governor Musgrove's office would like to hear from you if you are
considering such a move. For more information, visit www.governor.state.ms.us.
Mississippi IS
history
Native American cultures flourished here long before the Spaniards
invaded in the 16th Century. Then the French came, and the English until,
finally, Mississippi became a state in the new country of the United
States of America. There are so many old mansions in Mississippi that it
has been a horrific challenge just preserving them for future generations.
Mississippians have done a great job of restoring and preserving and there
are many for you to visit and inspect.
The Civil War was
fought here in earnest and there are many battlegrounds and monuments. As
you drive around the loop in Vicksburg National Military Park, listening
to the audio tape, the horror of that 47-day siege is almost brought to
life. And there are so many more mementos of that dark period of American
history. Nor was the Civil War (why do they call it that?) to only one
fought here.
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The
Natchez Trace
This old pioneer migration trail now under the ownership and care of the
National Park Service, is a beautiful drive from Nashville TN to Natchez
Mississippi. It could take you over a week if you stop to visit all the
sites of historic interest on the way.
Fishing
It is claimed that fishing is the most popular outdoor activity in
Mississippi. You don't have to go far in any direction to find a good
'fishing hole' but you do have to be more selective if you are looking for
a specific kind of fishing. There are more than 150 different species of
fish to be hooked in the freshwater lakes, ponds and tributaries of
Mississippi. If the thrill of deep water fishing is more your style, head
down to the Gulfport-Biloxi area where you will find many charter services
itching to take you (and your group) out on the Gulf.
Hunting
While there is good hunting almost everywhere in Mississippi, the best
area for deer, wild turkey and water fowl is the western area along the
Mississippi River. Hunting is seasonal and we suggest you phone the
authorities at 800-546-4868 (toll-free) for the necessary information
before packing up and taking off for your hunt.
Gambling
Gambling has become a major 'industry' in Mississippi. It started
(legally, anyway) on a few riverboats on the Mississippi River. Now some
areas, for instance, Tunica, are like Las Vegas - lights and all. In fact,
Tunica has the largest concentration of casinos between Las Vegas and
Atlantic City! (see Tunica)
Or, Just Relax and
Have FUN!
No matter what elso you may come to Mississippi for, its overwhelming
invitation to relax and have fun is difficult to ignore. On the water, in
the water or under the water; over hundreds of miles of trails, foot or
bike; in the wonderfully scented forests (is that why this is the Magnolia
State?); play time is in. Select a community from the list at the top
of this page and review "
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