LAND OF PARADISE
William Ogle wasn’t exaggerating when he dubbed Gatlinburg the “land of paradise” more than 200 years ago.
Tucked away in the Great Smoky Mountains of Tennessee, this once remote area—originally known as “White Oak Flats” for its abundant native oak trees enveloping the landscape—is a favorite tourist destination today. Incorporated in 1945, this year also marks Gatlinburg’s 75th anniversary of its city charter.
“The charm and beauty of Gatlinburgand the Great Smoky
