Author name: Nancy Lynn

Front of Purple Cow ice cream shop in Johnson City, TN, with cartoon cow sign, purple spotted awning, and three purple cow statues out front.

Roadside Attractions in East Tennessee – Big Food

Kingsport / Johnson City: Big Food, Bigger Vibes There seems to be a thing in this part of Tennessee… Restaurants with seriously oversized everything, so many roadside attractions in East Tennessee. Burgers. Beverages. Bovine. And yes—buffet guardians in questionable weatherwear At first, we thought these were random roadside one-offs. But after we passed the first

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A person stands in front of the World's Largest Basketball sculpture in Knoxville, Tennessee, raising their arms to mimic the hoop structure above. The oversized fiberglass basketball is integrated into the building's architecture, appearing as if it is going through a metal hoop. Trees and a cityscape with buildings are visible in the background.

World’s Largest Basketball – Knoxville’s Giant Landmark

A Slam Dunk of a Roadside Attraction in Knoxville, TN 📍 Location: Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame, Knoxville, Tennessee Knoxville is home to a truly massive basketball,The World’s Largest Basketball (to be exact) and no, we’re not exaggerating. Suspended atop the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame, this fiberglass giant looms over the city like a

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Person standing in front of the world’s largest Rubik’s Cube inside the Knoxville Convention Center, showcasing the sculpture’s playful tilt and bold colors.

World’s Largest Rubik’s Cube

 Bigger, Bolder, and Slightly More Dangerous Than Expected Knoxville is home to a lot of quirky gems, but the World’s Largest Rubik’s Cube might just take the prize for most unexpectedly interactive art piece (more on that in a second). Nestled inside the Knoxville Convention Center, this colorful colossus isn’t the only show in town—turns

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Sunsphere Knoxville – Landmark tower with gold glass reflecting the Tennessee skyline.

The Sunsphere in Knoxville TN – History & Views

Exploring Knoxville from Above: A Unique Perspective In the heart of World’s Fair Park, the Sunsphere in Knoxville stands as one of Tennessee’s most unique landmarks. Built for the 1982 World’s Fair, its golden glass panels gleam in the sunlight, making it a striking presence in the city skyline. For just $5 per person, visitors

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Mirrored bird sculpture titled Reflection in Nashville’s Shelby Park—appears to melt from the pedestal with metallic drips, set in a grassy area with red fencing and trees in the background

Reflection Sculpture in Nashville

🪞 Dripping Bird in Nashville’s Shelby Park Tucked beside Sevier Lake, the Reflection sculpture is one of Nashville’s most quietly surreal public art pieces. Designed by artist Lawrence Argent in 2012, this mirrored mockingbird appears to melt into its pedestal—part bird, part puddle, and entirely photo-worthy. 📍 Where to Find the Reflection Sculpture in Nashville

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