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Mississippi
The Magnolia State
MS
Capital
Jackson
State Bird
Mockingbird
State Flower
Magnolia
Motto
"By Valor and Arms"
Culture & Character
Blues music birthplace, Deep South heritage, literary tradition (Faulkner), and Mississippi River culture.
🍽 Local Flavor
Tamales (Delta-style), fried catfish, comeback sauce, and sweet tea.
Must-See Landmarks
- 1Natchez Trace Parkway
- 2Vicksburg National Military Park
- 3Mississippi Delta
- 4Gulf Islands