Bristol

Bristol
If any city of Virginia has to be hailed as a perfect combination of nature, history, technology, sports, arts and entertainment, then only Bristol would match that standard.

Located in the Southeastern United States, in the Blue Ridge Highlands region of Virginia, Bristol offers countless fun options for its visitors. It is also called Tennessee-Virginia twin city as it is directly located on the Tennessee-Virginia state line.

The convenient location of Bristol plays a significant role in making it a booming tourist destination. It is part of the metropolitan statistical area of Bristol, Johnson City and Kingsport. These are collectively called as Tri-Cities.

The city is situated within an easy reach from West Virginia, Kentucky and North Carolina and it is surrounded by Washington County. All this and its wonderful attractions make Bristol a cool holiday destination.

The city of Bristol was earlier known as Goodson. However it was renamed in 1890 after a city in England. Bristol serves as the central attraction of Virginia that symbolizes the history and heritage of USA. The region was the place of first permanent English settlement and played an important role during the Revolutionary War and the Civil War.

Today, some of the manifestations of Virginias glorious past can be seen in Bristol. The historic attractions of Bristol include Solar Hill Historic District, East Hill Cemetery and Emmanuel Episcopal Church. The Nyumba Ya Tausi-Peacock Museum is tourists favorite history place as it holds exhibitions showcasing African artifacts and related stuff.

A city rich in history is even more appealing to nature lovers. Bristol is a city with wonderful views of nature. This can be hailed as one of the world's most naturally diverse areas as it presents a good variety of nature and beauty. Surrounded by Appalachian foothills, the city houses geological wonders at the Bristol Caverns and Appalachian Caverns.

The Steele Creek Park, South Holston Lake and Cherokee National Forest near the city are premier family attractions of the city. Shopping and dining is a lot of fun in Bristol, Virginia. Be it designer outlets, bargaining spots or flea markets; variety can be found in shopping as well.

The Bristol Mall is a busy shopping center that houses more than sixty specialty stores presenting just about everything you need. The Trainstation Marketplace still holds the same charm it used to have several years ago.

Whether you are in Downtown Bristol or some other area, you can be assured of world-class dining experience. There are many restaurants, bars, cafes and specialty-oriented eateries located all over the city. So you can treat your taste-buds with a variety of spices.

The fact that Bristol is the official Birthplace of Country Music in USA says it all about its arts and entertainment scene. This is the city where the first country music recordings were made and today this heritage can be experienced on Bristol's State Street.

The city houses the Birthplace of Country Music Alliance Museum that houses a collection of memorabilia from the legends of country music. It also presents live performances that largely attract country music enthusiasts to this place.

Bristol, Virginia proudly hosts the historic Paramount Theater. This restored theater is a landmark of its own and plays concerts, theatricals, dance and other live presentation and movies as well. The city is also home to Barter Theatre, which is considered as one of Americas favorite theatrical institutions.

The city of Bristol keeps abuzz with many colorful events and festivals throughout the year. The annual music festival in downtown Bristol attracts visitors not only from Bristol but from nearby cities as well. Several quality American music bands and singers perform at this event.

If all this is not compelling enough to make you visit Bristol, its sports and recreational facilities will surely do that. The city is home to Bristol International Speedway, the paradise of motor sports lovers in America.

Located on the Tennessee side of Bristol, the Bristol Motor Speedway is the largest amphitheatre in the world that can host up to 165,000 people. The venue hosts NASCAR's Nextel Cup and Busch Series besides other important racing events.

The city of Bristol offers a 650-acre of recreational areas used for horseback riding, hiking, golf and wildlife. It houses the DeVault Memorial Stadium that is home to Bristol White Sox, Advanced Rookie Team with the Chicago White Sox. Besides this, various indoor and outdoor activities can be enjoyed in Bristol.

All in all, the city of Bristol offers unlimited joy and non-stop fun. This is a perfect family destination offering good options for sightseeing, sports, entertainment and everything else. So go to Bristol and enjoy its great attractions.