Mississippi ranks first among the poorest states in America. Prior to the Civil War it was known to be the fifth wealthiest state in the nation.
The Mississippi River flows along the western boundary. The state takes its name from the river. The name comes from a native language which means 'Great River'. The Hospitality State and the Magnolia State are nicknames given to this state.
It is bordered by Louisiana and Arkansas on the west, Louisiana and Gulf of Mexico on the south, Alabama on east and state Tennessee on the north. Major rivers include Tombigbee River, Pascagoula River, Yazoo River, Pearl River, Big Black River and the Mississippi River. The USA International Ballet Competition happens in Jackson, Mississippi every four years.
The Mississippi River flows along the western boundary. The state takes its name from the river. The name comes from a native language which means 'Great River'. The Hospitality State and the Magnolia State are nicknames given to this state.
It is bordered by Louisiana and Arkansas on the west, Louisiana and Gulf of Mexico on the south, Alabama on east and state Tennessee on the north. Major rivers include Tombigbee River, Pascagoula River, Yazoo River, Pearl River, Big Black River and the Mississippi River. The USA International Ballet Competition happens in Jackson, Mississippi every four years.
