11 Reasons Why Nashville Is The Most Unique City In America

Nashville is lauded for its music scene and bursting business-minded youth, for its winding rivers and gorgeous parks. Nashville is rife with kind people doing good things and solid work. Giving back to their community, their country, with a nod of thankfulness. We love our town because it stands strong on people, not things, and remains one of the most unique cities in America for its heart and community. Take a look, think a minute, and let us know why YOU love this great place, our unique Nashville, in the comments below.

11. Nashville is the perfect river city.

The Cumberland River cuts right through the heart of Nashville, making for one of the most beautiful downtown backdrops in the state.

10. But the city is still surrounded by placid lakes...

They're perfect for a hiking loop or a quiet Saturday morning out with the family.

9. ...And stunning parks.

If you'd rather stay a minute away from a lake, you can run alongside the rivers of Shelby Bottoms or ride your bike through Two Rivers. Nashville holds the key to some pretty magical natural spaces.

8. Nashville has been named the best city for vinyl.

Vinyl meaning records, of course. Some of the young'ns aren't too sure, but Nashville's record stores are vast and expansive.

9. ..and the restaurant scene has exploded.

Nashville has opened hundreds of restaurants in the last couple of years, expanding on the city's local southern cuisine into seafood and classic European dishes.

6. Music City ALSO kills it at two food items...

BBQ and Hot Chicken. It's just in our blood, folks.

5. Nashville may be considered a, "big city" but it's also the friendliest.

Tennessee's capital city has been voted the friendliest city in the United States, which means that no matter how big Nashville gets it stays sweet.

4. The city is nicknamed, "The Athens of the South."

For the wealth of knowledge shared across Nashville's handful of universities, and the high minded art scene that has come to represent the city.

3. The city just earned its own MLS team.

If you're a soccer fan, this may just be your new city.

2. Job growth in the city is on the rise.

Nashville has welcomed hundreds of transplants, and alongside the locals they have helped rejuvenate the business atmosphere of the city.

1. Nashville has also been listed as the best place to travel...

For years in a row. Actual years. For the great weather, affordability, and entertainment - there's really no place better.

What a great city Nashville is, we're forever grateful to call her our own. You can explore the east and western side of the state right here though, if you're curious.