Mississippi is named for the Mississippi River, which forms its western boundary and empties into the Gulf of Mexico. Interestingly enough, root beer was invented in 1898 by a man named Edward Adolf Barq, Sr. in Biloxi?. This state also offers beautiful state parks, amusement parks, and plenty of nightlife and culture. The state capital is Jackson.
Interesting sites include:
Tishomingo County
Pascagoula