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Pigeon Forge, Tennessee was originally called Fanshiers for one of the early settlers in the Smoky Mountains area, Richard Fanshiers. It was later renamed "Pigeon Forge " after the river and the iron works at the Old Mill on the Pigeon River. The Mill is now on the National Register of Historic Sites. A visit to the Old Mill is a prevalent reminder of the pioneer community that once sat beside the Pigeon River and the spot also includes a restaurant and gift shops—offering dining, shopping and sightseeing all in one place. This hyper-active resort town is also home to Dollywood Theme Park named for country-music superstar Dolly Parton. Tennessee's most visited theme park, Dollywood attracts more than 2 million travelers each year and offers live shows, craftsmen's work and theme rides. Next to the park sits Splash Country Water Park, which has rides for all kids of all ages. Other Pigeon Forge, Tennessee entertainment includes country music, bluegrass, gospel, and rock 'n' roll. A true shopper's paradise, Pigeon Forge boasts some of the best outlet shopping in the South with more than 100 outlet stores. In 1996, Southern Living magazine's readers ranked Pigeon Forge, Tennessee as the number-one shopping mecca in the South. Pigeon Forge is a true shopper's paradise, featuring the best selection of outlet stores in the South with more than 100 name-brand outlet stores. For example, Tanger, River View, and Belz outlet malls represent: Liz Claiborne, Nautica, Nike, Rockport, Samsonite, Eddie Bauer, Coach, and dozens more.Lodging accommodations in Pigeon Forge run the full range of choices: a huge selection of cabin and chalet rentals, hotels and motels, bed and breakfast inns, campgrounds, and condos ensure that you'll find what makes you most comfortable. Enjoy the spectacular mountain views from your own luxury cabin, get pampered at a B&B, or be close to the Parkway in a Pigeon Forge, Tennessee hotel or motel. Pigeon Forge, Tennessee things to do include fishing, whitewater rafting and river tubing, golf, museums, putt-putt, musical entertainment and comedy, bumper cars, carnival rides for kids, aquarium, horseback riding, skiing, crafts, and more. With more than 22,000 Smoky Mountain weddings yearly, Pigeon Forge is a very popular spot for your chapel wedding, and many brides opt for an outdoor wedding or a wedding ceremony in their own cabin or chalet. A very affordable family vacation destination, Pigeon Forge and
the Smoky Mountains have something for all. And remember, it's Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, not Pigon Forge or Pigin Forge, TN and it's Smoky Mountains--not Smokey Mountains or Smokys. We wouldn't want you to get confused or lost on your way to the Smokies! Pigeon Forge Weddings • Pigeon Forge Cabin Rentals • Gatlinburg TN • Great Smoky Mountains National Park |
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