The History of Dollywood 🎡
Published 7 days ago • 3 min read
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The Surprising Transformation of the Theme Park |
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It’s taken nearly 60 years of growth for Dollywood in Pigeon Forge to become the elite, award-winning example of theme park excellence it is today. Looking back to 1961, it’s certainly hard to comprehend the evolution.
Let’s take a look at the Dollywood theme park before it became Dollywood....
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🍽️The Foodie Guide to The Smokies🍖 |
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So, where do the locals like to eat in Gatlinburg? We break down our favorite places...
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If you're a foodie and want to experience the best Sevier County has to offer then....
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Explore some of the best "home-cooking" in the Smokies. A local's guide...
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If it's good enough for Dolly, it must be worth the trip. Check it out for yourself...
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🏨Looking for a Place to Stay🛏️ |
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Gatlinburg Lodging
View a map of the hotels in and around the Gatlinburg area.
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View a map of the hotels in and around the Pigeon Forge area.
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Dollywood Rides that No Longer Exist the Quiz!
Take the Quiz below Test your knowledge of the rides that no longer exist at Dollywood. Make sure to share your score on social media! Read the full article here
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