What Little Rock, Arkansas Real Estate Has to Offer
By Art Gib
In addition to being a state capital city and county seat, the 117 square mile plot of real estate known as Little Rock, Arkansas is also home to nearly 200,000 residents, the entire metropolitan area enjoying a population of over 840,000, making it the state's most populated city.
What makes up today's Little Rock, Arkansas real estate had humble beginnings. For several millennia prior to the arrival of the Europeans on the land, it was occupied by Native Americans of several different tribes. It wasn't until 1541 when Spanish explorer Hernando de Soto came through that the takeover by Europe began.
A small rock formation was used by explorers and settlers as a landmark throughout Little Rock's early settlement history. In fact, a French explorer even gave the formation the name of "La Petite Roche," which is where the city derives its name.
The Arkansas territory was formed in 1819. Little Rock was named its capital in 1821.
Things to Do in Little Rock
For the night owl, the River Market District, located downtown, has an eclectic mix of bars, music and dance clubs, many of which offer live music. Many of the clubs are within walking distance of each other, making it easy to find the genre of music or scene that you are looking for.
For the more classically inclined, Ballet Arkansas is the state's only professional ballet company while the Arkansas Symphony Orchestra puts on concerts nine months each year.
During the day, the River Market District includes a nostalgic bazaar-style market hall, while from April to October a farmer's market is open. The Willow Springs Water Park is a popular attraction, but also has historical significance as one of the nation's first water theme parks built in 1928.
Little Rock also houses Arkansas' only zoo and the American Taekwondo Association (ATA) headquarters. Each year, the World Taekwondo Championships are held there.
Notable Residents
Music is an important part of Little Rock's night life. As such, the city has produced some notable musicians including the band Evanescence, scat singer Richard Boone, Christian metal band Living Sacrifice, Green Day backup guitarist Jason White, and Jazz musicians Art Porter, Sr. and Jr.
Other well-known residents include General Douglas McArthur, Gil Gerard (actor who played Buck Rogers during the 1979-1981 television series), General Wesley Clark, as well as several famous athletes from sports such as basketball, football, and boxing.
So it could be said that Little Rock, Arkansas real estate is a great place to visit, and perhaps even a better place to live.
About the author
Remax Arkansas (http://www.remax-arkansas.com/arkansas-little-rock.aspx) specializes in the sale of Little Rock, Arkansas real estate and other Arkansas real estate and homes. The author, Art Gib, is a freelance writer. from http://www.FreeArticlesAndContent.com
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