I don't live in Tennesee as you all well know, but I have been there and been through there many times, to most all of the places you mention and I am compelled to tell you my honest opinion about the state:
It is the most beautiful state in the continental US!
Love Gatlinburg, The Smokey Mts, Ruby Falls, EVERYTHING! I can't wait until I have the opportunity to do some traveling again so that I can go back!
Moni
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