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1. Jackson, Mississippi ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Biloxi ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. Gulfport, Mississippi

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4. Oxford

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5. Natchez

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6. Arkabutla Lake, Mississippi

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7. Bay St Louis

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8. Canton

9. Clarksdale

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10. Cleveland

11. Columbus, Mississippi

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12. Corinth

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13. Crystal Springs

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14. Flora

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15. Gulf Islands National Seashore

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16. Hattiesburg

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17. Holly Springs

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18. Livingston

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19. New Albany

20. Ocean Springs

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21. Port Gibson

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22. Ridgeland

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23. Tunica

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24. Tupelo

25. Vicksburg

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

The southern state of Mississippi is home to the waterway that bears its name, and which is one of the longest rivers in the country. It is also home to a vibrant culture of friendly people, historic buildings, warm coastal beaches, lakes, parks, and delicious Southern cooking. Visitors can lounge on the beaches at the Gulf Coast or enjoy their days fishing on a peaceful lake.

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