Mississippi is one of the states situated in the southeastern region of United States of America. The name of the state comes from the Mississippi river, which flows along the Western border of the state. The name of the state lies is caught up in the controversy between the Ojibwe, which is on the Native American languages spoken along the river's headquarters, and between the Algonquians languages. Other names associated to it are the Magnolia State and hospitality state.

Mississippi state is ranked 32nd in area, in the entire United States. The capital, Jackson is also known to be the largest city in the state of Mississippi. The official web site of Mississippi State is www.state.ms.us. It gives the in-depth analysis for any research to be carried out on the state of Mississippi. The place has great nightlife and beaches, which are immensely popular not only around the entire state but also in the neighboring ones. Situated between Louisiana to its left and Alabama to the right, Tennessee and Arkansas, on the northern side, Mississippi has an advantage of having great beaches.

Mississippi is home state of one of the greatest legendary musicians of all times and ages. The noted musician, Elvis Presley, was born in 1935 in Tupelo, Mississippi, which is the most happening place for all rock and roll music lovers. Every year on his birthday music lovers host a great function, in Tupelo and in Memphis, Tennessee where he died. Mississippi has also produced one of the most outstanding hosts of television today. The noted television host, Oprah Winfrey, also was born in Kosciusko, Mississippi. She is the only black woman to become a billionaire in 2004.

Mississippi State is also the only state to have the most amazing and highly dense forests. More then half of the entire area of Mississippi is covered with forests. Thus, there is a lot of adventure and excitement, which one can find on the tour to the entire state of Mississippi. As a study tour it would be a great experience for a student.

Marcus Peterson
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