We know that Tennessee is beautiful, but did you know exactly HOW beautiful? We’ve found some gorgeous places strewn across the east side of the state, from one end to the other, for your faraway viewing pleasure. You’re so very welcome.

  1. We’ll start out with a moment above the clouds

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  1. Then carry on down the Blue Ridge Parkway in autumn

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  1. Making it down to Cades Cove by the misty morning

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  1. Then following this East Tennessee trail through to autumnal heaven

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  1. Clingman’s Dome will give you the view of your life

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  1. Or you can head to Grotto Falls for a sweet chill

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  1. Little Pigeon River will makes its babbling way into your dreams

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  1. Or maybe this October jaunt through Newfound Gap?

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  1. Take a look at the Gap from the sky!

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  1. Or catch the Oconaluftee Valley at sunset

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  1. This Smoky Mountain sunrise is a stunning bit of God’s good earth

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  1. And we’ll finish our day with Spruce Flat Falls, straight from the most romantic of movies

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How about it, Tennessee? Where are YOUR favorite places to take photos in our beautiful state?

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