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MSMississippi Travel & Attractions
Top attractions
Vicksburg battlefield, Tupelo (Elvis birthplace), Natchez Trace.
Best time to visit
Year-round, though summer can be intensely hot. Spring and fall offer the best balance.
Getting around
Mississippi is moderately sized — a week is enough to see the main highlights. Major airports serve Jackson.
Quick travel facts
- Time zone: Central
- Region: South
- Capital: Jackson
- Largest city: Jackson
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