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Deemed the "Scruffy Little City" in 1980 by a Wall Street Journal writer (it was the smallest city to be chosen to host a World's Fair), Knoxville embraces its moniker. It's a unified, community-minded city, with a laid-back vibe and lots of local art and eats. A prime destination for travelers of all ages, Knoxville boasts plenty of greenways, parks, live entertainment and independent art galleries. From sports at the University of Tennessee to trails in the Great Smoky Mountains, visitors find a wealth of options for exploration here.