Established in 1838, Kansas City is the largest city in Missouri. Close to 2.5 million people call The City of Music home. Its history started in the early 1800s with the fur trade. Frenchmen from the St. Louis area traveled up the Missouri River to collect furs for trade with local Native American tribes. The area later played a significant role in the westward expansion of the U.S. through access to the Santa Fe and Oregon trails. In 1804, famous explorers Lewis & Clark camped for three days at the junction of the Kansas and Missouri rivers in modern-day Kansas City.

The early 20th century saw many notable personalities and visionaries come from the city. Walt Disney attended weekend classes at the Kansas City Art Institute. It's rumored that he created the affectionate depiction of a mouse after seeing one in his office. Joyce Clyde Hall founded the iconic greeting card company Hallmark Cards in 1910. Always persuasive, Charles Lindbergh convinced Transcontinental & Western Airlines (TWA) to move its corporate headquarters to Kansas City in 1931. TWA was a vital pioneering force and aviation industry leader.

The BBQ Capital of the World has hosted many, internationally-renowned chefs and TV personalities. The lineup includes personalities like Gordon Ramsey, Anthony Bourdain, and Guy Fieri. Fieri recently opened Guy Fieri's Dive & Taco Joint in KC's Power & Light District. From smoked brisket and savory burnt ends to juicy ribs, chicken wings, and mouthwatering pulled pork, Kansas City boasts hundreds of award-winning culinary destinations that will have you wishing you hadn't worn that light-colored shirt.

Well-known for its history and influence on music, Kansas City has played home to many legendary musicians. First among them has to be the Father of Bebop, saxophone genius Charlie Parker, in addition to acts like The Rainmakers and Janelle Monae. The yearly Kansas City Blues and Jazz Festival is always a big draw.

For sports fans, Kansas City claims three professional teams. Cheer on the NFL's Kansas City Chiefs, current Super Bowl LIV title holders, MLB's Royals, 2015 World Series Champions, and MLS's The Kansas City Wiz. Since 2008, the city has also hosted the Big 12 College Basketball Tournament.

Art and culture are prevalent in the city. For history buffs, be sure to check out the National World War I Museum and Memorial. Journey through a moving exploration of the Great War and its aftermath. Art lovers can head over to The Nelson Atkins Museum. It has stunning neoclassical architecture and a vast collection of European and Asian art.

Kansas City also features a wide variety of diverse and interactive events. Locals and tourists flock to the American Royal World Series of Barbecue, the world's largest barbecue competition. The Kansas City St. Patrick's Day Parade is one of the U.S.'s largest, and always a good time. Another great choice is Boulevardia, which features regional and national food trucks and craft brews.

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