Memphis Tennessee has been shaped through time, music and through the famous Mississippi River. Today Memphis is home to a pleasant climate, top-notch schools, abundant recreational opportunities and enjoys a high quality of life. It is also the five time winner of the Nations Cleanest City"" award and boasts well-kept parks and natural landscapes as well as fantastic historic neighborhoods. Music rooted itself deep into the heart of Memphis and eventually transformed into the iconic Memphis Blues and then blossomed as rock n' roll in the 1950's. Memphis is tantamount with music and the most favored attractions and events in the city revolve around just that, music. During your Memphis travel outings there are many other points of interest to visit and explore. The Memphis Zoo and Aquarium is a popular hotspot among visitors as is the Memphis Botanic Gardens. There aren't many places you can go during your Memphis travel without having a musical experience of some kind. The Memphis Queen Riverboats are also a fun way to see more of the Mississippi River and are a favorite of Memphis attractions."