Jackson

Jackson harbours a rich natural and a diverse cultural history that is unique to the place. The city is dotted with fun-filled outdoor activities that are loved by tourists from all local and foreign places. Jackson celebrates its art and culture and boasts its history in the several museums found all over the city. To add to its appeal, the beautiful Pearl River cuts through the cityscape enriching the land with several water-sport activity zones. The eco-freaks flock to the dozen city parks that provide nature trails for camping, hiking, picnics and much more.

The Cascade Falls and LeFleur’s Bluff State Park are two landmarks in Jackson City that are often found crowded by visitors. Adventure buffs seek out the kayaking thrills with Capital City Kayak Adventures while animal lovers venture out the Jackson Zoological Park. The Mississippi Petrified Forest has an impressive collection of fossils of prehistoric animals and footprints of dinosaurs along with petrified remains of an ancient forest. The Mississippi Museum of natural sciences, with 100,000 gallons of the aquarium and around 200 native aquatic species, a wide array of flora and fauna on the display, is a hit among both kids and adults alike.