Are you tired of classes, work or just need a vacation? Then why not make your next weekend
getaway
to Gatlinburg TN. Less than an hour
drive from Knoxville, this can be a great mini vacation for you and your
friends or family. Gatlinburg has lots
to offer with amazing food and attractions for the whole family! Before I get
to the good part of what to do and eat in the small town let me give you a
brief history of Gatlinburg.
The history of Gatlinburg is just
as unique as the town itself. This small little town sits in the perfect
location in the mountains of east Tennessee. The family heritage dates back all
the way back to 1807 when the first settlers came to this town. Martha Jane
Huskey Ogle and her husband brought their seven children to the area and built
their cabin. Long before the town was renamed Gatlinburg, the town was called “White
Oaks Flat”. The Ogles were the first to settle in this town. As time went on
the town grew. In 1855 a man by the name of Radford Gatlin came to the town and
opened a post office. In honor of Radford Gatlin the town was renamed
Gatlinburg a few years later. The town changed little in the first 100 years
but after the establishment of Great Smoky Mountains National Park in the mid
1900’s the town’s economy got a big boost. Since then, the town and park has
become a national hot spot making it the most visited national park in the
United States with over 9 million people visiting every year.
Historic Ogle Cabin
Now, you might be asking how I know
so much about Gatlinburg. Well, I actually live in Gatlinburg! For the past 5
years I've lived here and have loved every bit of it. I know this town inside
and out with everything it has to offer. So if you’re planning a trip to
Gatlinburg just give me a call and I might even be your personal tour guide. Sit
back, relax and get ready to learn about all the exciting adventures you can
have when you visit Gatlinburg, TN!
Downtown Gatlinburg
Great post! I love how you decided to address the history of Gatlinburg. It's such a well-known place throughout Tennessee, but I feel like no one knows anything about the town before it became a huge tourist attraction (or at least I didn't know anything). It's important for people of Tennessee to know about the history of such a significant town. I also really liked the pictures you chose. Specifically, I love the very last picture. It really captures the beauty of the town by showing off the mountains, the pretty sky, and the nightlife. It does a good job of "advertising" the town and is convincing in making someone want to visit.
ReplyDeleteI really liked your post! And yes I am tired of classes and work and need a vacation. I've never been to Gatlinburg before so you totally convinced me to! People have told me there isn't much to do there but you've convinced me otherwise. Judging by your pictures it looks absolutely beautiful and outdoorsy! Being from out of state, I really don’t know much of Tennessee history at all, let alone Gatlinburg’s history so I liked how you addressed it. Can’t wait to hear what else the town has in store!
ReplyDeleteThis blog is a great starting post for what can be an incredible series of blogs. The biggest aspect of the blog that stood out to me was the way you ended it because I really want to see what posts will follow. Your revealing you live in Gatlinburg at the end is also an interesting point because you really do know so much about the fun place. Your credibility for knowing the area is strong because you even mention that you could be a personal tour guide for anyone visiting. The history of Gatlinburg is a great way to start a fun series of exploring Gatlinburg, Tennessee.
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