From the soulful sounds on Beale Street to the honky-tonks of Nashville and the grandiose Smoky Mountains, Tennessee has plenty to offer those looking for a weekend getaway.

But World Atlas , a website publishing content about travel and other resources, is helping visitors unlock the beauty of Tennessee, steering people looking for a unique view of the state in rural settings with character and something new.

There are plenty of weekend trips to be had that don't involve the state's bigger cities.

Here are the 10 best Tennessee towns for weekend trips, according to World Atlas.

Bell Buckle

About 53 miles from Nashville, Bell Buckle is off the beaten path near Interstate 24 but carries a lot of tradition in the Volunteer State.

Visitors may not be familiar with the community of aro

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