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Is Dollywood the Busiest Park in America?

Consistently ranked among the best parks in America by the Golden Ticket Awards, Dollywood has, over its 40 seasons, risen to become a player on the national scene.

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Dollywood has made the transition from a chintzy regional theme park to one of the best amusement/theme parks in the United States. But where does it rank amongst its peers?

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