If you ask us, the Welcome to Mississippi sign is one of the world’s most beautiful sights! We know it’s a bold statement but think about it. The Mississippi state welcome sign means you’ve arrived in the Magnolia State, the land of great food, friendly people, and wide open spaces.

You’ll find a road sign with the words Welcome to Mississippi printed at each of the state’s borders, greeting all those who arrive in the Magnolia State…
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…otherwise known as the Birthplace of America’s Music.
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The nickname pays homage to the many blues music trailblazers, who honed their skills in Mississippi.
Just like the Mississippi welcome sign situated along a few of the state's borders says, arriving in Mississippi is like coming home.
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After all, how could you not feel at home in a state known for hearty, home-cooked grub?!
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While in the Magnolia State, you can dine on the "world's best chicken" at the Old Country Store in Lorman and the "world's best catfish" at Taylor Grocery, just outside of Oxford.

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Of course, the Mississippi road sign signifies more than great food.
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A Mississippi welcome sign means you should keep your eyes peeled for stunning scenery, which, by the way, only gets better at sunset.
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Small towns and...
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...wonderful roadside attractions are also common sights once drivers enter the great state of Mississippi.
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One roadside attraction in Mississippi that shouldn't be passed up is the Birthplace of Kermit the Frog Museum.
A state welcome sign also means that a Welcome Center is nearby.
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Much more than a place to stretch your legs or gather info on nearby sites, the Welcome Centers in Mississippi boast an array of exhibits on state history.

So, do you agree? Is the Mississippi state welcome sign one of the world’s most beautiful sights? What other state sites are among the best sights in the world? Tell us what you think!

The Welcome to Mississippi sign isn’t the only enticing sight located along the state’s roadways. In fact, there are quite a few quirky roadside attractions in Mississippi.

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Mississippi welcome sign, 16103 US-90, Pearlington, MS 39572, USA
Mississippi Welcome Center, I-10 West Bound, Moss Point, MS 39563, USA
Mississippi Welcome Center, 4210 Washington St, Vicksburg, MS 39180, USA
Mississippi Welcome Center, I-55, Osyka, MS 39657, USA