Where can you find the abundant nature of mountains, valleys, rivers and lakes combined with the excitement of a city? In Knoxville, enjoy the conveniences of East Tennessee's largest city and still be within a short hour's drive of the region's beautiful attractions. Knoxville combines the beauty of a rural setting with the advantages of urban life. Experience the nature of the surrounding area and still enjoy the dazzling array of restaurants, sports, hotels, historic attractions, entertainment and cultural attractions in the city. Knoxville is a beautiful city with panoramic mountains and a curving river as her borders. She is the Gateway to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
THE 1982 WORLD'S FAIR (May 1 - October 31, 1982) Knoxville, Tennessee. Everyone loves the 1982 World's Fair and a skyride over the Fairgrounds adds enjoyment ot this energy themed international event - the first World's Fair to be held in the United States since 1974. The Sunsphere rises dramatically 25 stories above the Fairgrounds, topped by an elegant restaurant, cocktail lounge and observation deck, all of which affords a breathtaking panorama of the grounds and surrounding area. This premier international exposition of the decade features colorful displays, exciting entertainment and major sporting events.
