Little Rock is the capital city of the state of Arkansas. It is situated in the banks of Arkansas River. It has a thriving population of around 200,000. Little Rock Arkansas is the commercial, tourist and government center of the state.
Tourist Attractions
These are the attractions in Little Rock which you should not miss:
1. William J. Clinton Presidential Library – this library was opened to the public in 2004. It is used for research and policy. It also commemorates the eight years President Clinton served in the While House.
2. The Arkansas Repertory Theatre- performances by famous actors and actresses are provided in the theatre.
Le Petite Roche – this French words literally mean "Little Rock." It is situated in the Riverfront Park.
3. River Market District – the market opens from May through October at 7am. Some restaurants and specialty shops are open for breakfast. You can have a breakfast to go as you sit near the Arkansas River.
The River Market District was used to be an old warehouse district. It now provides several shops, restaurants, bars and others.
5. The Governor's Mansion – this is a colonial mansion at 1800 Center Street.
6. The Capitol Buildings – check out the two capitol buildings – Old Statehouse which is converted to a museum and the new Capitol Building. Tours are permitted here.
7. The Quapaw Quarter – you can see a number of interesting residences in this 9 square mile area. It has the Governor’s Mansion, MacArthur Park and the oldest parts of the city. Some homes date as far back as the Civil War (from 1880 to 1920).
8. The Museums – Quapaw Quarter has some amazing museums such as the Arkansas Arts Center and Decorative Arts Museum, Arkansas Museum of Science and History in the U.S. Arsenal Building in the Quapaw Quarter and the MacArthur Museum of Arkansas Military History.
9. Heifer International Center Green Building – this structure makes use of eco-friendly practices.
10. Little Rock Zoo – the zoo houses all kinds of animals. It has a café where you can take your lunch.
11. IMAX Theater - The theater has a screen that is six story high complete with six-channel, 16,500 watt sound system.
12. Murry's Dinner Theater - Murry's provides a buffet and dinner theater. The shows are usually funny comedies.
13. The Old Mill – it is a replica of the mill used in "Gone With the Wind." You can watch sunrise or sunset here. Free admission for all.
Cultural venues found in the place include: Education Center, the Arkansas Arboretum, the Arkansas Arts Center, the Robinson Center Music Hall, The Riverfront Park and River Market District are important destinations in Little Rock Arkansas. The park is a recreational facility that provides a number of activities for all.
There are so many things to discover in Little Rock Arkansas. Being a major commercial district, a number of nationally known businesses have headquarters in the city. It also serves as a regional hub for health care and research in medicine.
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