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Our biggest reason for moving overseas is the opportunity it will give our family to travel.  On our list of places to see is Greece, Paris, Germany, and Russia.  Cici would like to go to Egypt, but I'm a little hesitant.  I, on the other hand, am trying to talk the kids into an African safari, but so far I can't even talk them into going to a zoo! Oh, well!



Baymont Inn & Suites Cookeville

Baymont Inn & Suites Cookeville

Baymont Inn & Suites Cookeville is located in Cookeville. Hotel Features. The hotel serves a complimentary breakfast. Baymont Inn & Suites Cookeville features laundry facilities, express check out, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. High speed Internet access is available in public areas. Additional property amenities include an elevator (lift). Guest parking is complimentary. The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Guestrooms. All guestrooms at Baymont Inn & Suites Cookeville feature coffee/tea makers and complimentary newspapers. High speed Internet access is available. Televisions have cable channels. Also included are hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Notifications and Fees: The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check in, or check out. Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. Notifications and Fees: The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check in, or check out. Pet fee: USD 25 per pet, per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

1 comment:

  1. BarbaraMay 26, 2012 at 7:22 AM

    Centennial Park, Nashville, TN


    On our way to take Granny to the airport, we stopped at Centennial Park in Nashville, TN. The park is named for the Tennessee Centennial and International Exposition that was held there in 1897. The Exposition featured a full scale replica of the Parthenon to represent Nashville as the "Athens of the South". During the Centennial event, the replica housed an art exhibit that consisted of 1,172 pieces from all over the world. Other buildings were constructed to represent other parts of the world; however, they were all created as temporary structures and soon began to crumble.

    In 1920 the city authorized the reconstruction of the Parthenon with permanent materials. Rather than rebuilding the structure exactly as it appeared in the Exposition, the city decided to create a complete replica of the original Greek temple, both inside and out. The Parthenon reopened to the public on May 21, 1931 with 10,000 visitors from 46 states and 12 foreign countries during its first month.

    Just as the 1897 Parthenon was used as an art gallery during the Exposition, the reconstructed Parthenon's main floor is currently used as an art gallery. The upper floor displays a 42'10" tall statue of Athena that was commissioned in 1982 and unveiled in 1990. Also on display on the upper floor are the Elgin Casts. Between 1801 and 1804 Thomas Bruce, 7th Earl of Elgin, brought back to England from the Acropolis a group of sculptural fragments that became part of the British Museum's collection. The city of Nashville purchased from the British Museum the casts that sculptors needed to recreate the pediments on the Parthenon. These casts have become part of this Parthenon's permanent collection.

    The 130- acre Exposition site was the first private land in Nashville to be converted to a park. On a daily basis, visitors can enjoy the lake, walking trails, playground, and gardens. It also currently hosts a variety of cultural events, fairs and festivals throughout the year.

    My camera does not take the best pictures, but here are a few photos for you to enjoy!

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