Cordova is a small annex to the city of Memphis. A community in Shelby County, Tennessee, Cordova has no clear boundaries. In the early 19th century, Cordova was a farming village renowned for the fresh cut flowers that were shipped daily to Memphis. This is why Cordova has as a motto Farms, Flowers and Fellowship. The reason why Cordova has this name is not known, but it was changed three times, the names the city had before being Allentown, Marysville and Dexter. Notable residents from this small area are businessman Pate Carter, founder of the Easy-Way stores, singer Lucy Kate Hale and golfer John Daly. If you plan to visit Cordova, do not miss its beautiful attractions.
Top Attractions within Cordova
Cordova Community Center was a school, the county's library and a church until it began to function as a community center. The building, raised in the time of World War I is on the National Register of Historic Places.
Cordova Station also worked as the county's library for some years and this was the last headquarter of the library until its movement in a modern location. Nowadays, Cordova Station is a one room train station on Macon Road serving the Nashville Chattanooga railroad and the St. Louis railroad with just one room.
The Walter Granville Allen House is a private residence from the early 20th century built in a colonial revival style. This house is considered a true work of art. The architectural item attracts thousands of tourists who come to admire the scenery and the beautiful house that is now listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Sangle Cemetery is the oldest cemetery in Cordova and it is worth to be seen, the place dating to the early 19th century. Although a rather strange attraction, many tourists are keen on seeing this place.
Cordova, originally called Marysville, is a town of Memphis in the US state of Tennessee, founded in 1835. It was basically a farming village but now it has blossomed into one of the fastest growing communities in Memphis.
1. Visit the Cordova Cellars: Situated on a scenic farm, the Cordova Cellars is open for tours, wine tasting and picnicking. Indoor and outdoor concerts entertain the tourists all through the year, with no age limits.
2. Go golfing on Bogey's Family Golf: Going a step ahead of golf - this is a multi fun golf course. You can play on a full-scale golf course, just put around a small golf circuit or practice on driving range. Enjoy go-karting and bumper boats, and for the kids; the train and ferris wheel. You can also arrange birthday parties and other get together celebrations in the party room of the club.
3. Enjoy a relaxing massage: Visit the 'Eston Salon and Day Spa', which offers a large range of facilities in a peaceful and relaxing environment. From aromatherapy, manicures, pedicures to steamy wonder treatments, this spa will be a soothing and pampering experience.
4. Dine out: Will it be the Karahai Shrimp cooked in Indian iron skillet from the 'Bombay House Inc' or dinner featuring an extensive menu at 'Outback Steak house'? Both places will give you a mouth-watering experience.
5. Shopping: Shopaholics would love the assortment of products at the 'Grape and Grain'. Located in Memphis' newest and most popular shopping area, it is most famous for its massive selection and wide aisles. For antique lovers the 'Antique Market of Cordova' is just the place to be. Paintings, furniture, light equipment, figurines, and numerous other items will catch your attention.
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Book At | Miles/km to Cordova | Directions to Cordova | Latitude | Longitude |
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Lakeland | 6/9 | Directions | 35.23064 | -89.74036 |
Bartlett | 6/10 | Directions | 35.20453 | -89.87398 |
Collierville | 10/16 | Directions | 35.04204 | -89.66453 |
Olive Branch | 14/22 | Directions | 34.96176 | -89.82953 |
Millington | 15/23 | Directions | 35.34147 | -89.89731 |
Memphis | 15/25 | Directions | 35.1495343 | -90.0489801 |
Southaven | 18/28 | Directions | 34.98898 | -90.01259 |
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