Quick Stats
Mississippi
Mississippi is a state in the Southeastern region of the United States, bordered to the north by Tennessee; to the east by Alabama; to the south by the Gulf of Mexico; to the southwest by Louisiana; and to the northwest by Arkansas. Mississippi's western boundary is largely defined by the Mississippi River. Mississippi is the 32nd largest by area and 35th-most populous of the 50 U.S. states and has the lowest per-capita income in the United States. Jackson is both the state's capital and largest city. Greater Jackson is the state's most populous metropolitan area, with a population of 591,978 in 2020.
Mississippi is a land of contrasts. Its rich history and culture are evident in its many museums, plantations, and historic sites. The state is also home to a diverse landscape, with everything from beaches and swamps to forests and hills.
Mississippi is a popular destination for tourists, who come to enjoy the state's natural beauty, its cultural attractions, and its friendly people.
Here are some of the most popular tourist destinations in Mississippi:
- The Mississippi River Museum in Vicksburg tells the story of the Mississippi River, one of the most important rivers in the United States.
- The Medgar Evers Home Museum in Jackson commemorates the life and work of Medgar Evers, an African American civil rights activist.
- The Mississippi Museum of Art in Jackson houses a collection of art from around the world.
- The Old Capitol Museum in Jackson is a museum dedicated to the history of Mississippi.
- The Mississippi State Capitol in Jackson is the seat of government for the state of Mississippi.
- The Mississippi Gulf Coast is a popular destination for beachgoers.
- The Mississippi Delta is a region of the state that is known for its rich history and culture.
- The Natchez Trace Parkway is a scenic road that runs through the Mississippi Delta.
- The Gulf Islands National Seashore is a national seashore that protects a portion of the Mississippi Gulf Coast.
Mississippi is a state with a rich history and culture, a diverse landscape, and friendly people. It is a popular destination for tourists from all over the world.
Cities
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- Cadamy
- Cadaretta
- Caesar
- Caile
- Caledonia
- Calhoun
- Calhoun City
- Camden
- Canaan
- Canton
- Cardsville
- Carmichael
- Carnes
- Carolina
- Carpenter
- Carriere
- Carrollton
- Carson
- Carterville
- Carthage
- Cary
- Cascilla
- Cayuga
- Cedar Hill
- Cedarbluff
- Center
- Centreville
- Chalybeate
- Charleston
- Chatawa
- Chatham
- Cheraw
- Chester
- Chesterville
- Chiwapa
- Choctaw
- Chunky
- Clack
- Clara
- Clarksdale
- Clarkson
- Clayton
- Clayton Village
- Cleo
- Clermont Harbor
- Cleveland
- Cliftonville
- Clinton
- Coahoma
- Cobbs
- Coffeeville
- Coila
- Coldwater
- Coles
- Collins
- Collinsville
- Columbia
- Columbus
- Columbus AFB
- Commerce
- Como
- Conehatta
- Corinth
- Cornersville
- Corrona
- Cotton Plant
- Cottonville
- Courtland
- Cowart
- Craig Springs
- Crane Creek
- Cranfield
- Crawford
- Crenshaw
- Crockett
- Crosby
- Crotts
- Crowder
- Cruger
- Crystal Springs
- Cuevas
- Cumberland
- Cybur