While in Tennessee I was able to swing a visit to one of my favorite places. Asheville has only recently been discovered by the general public. A hidden gem in the Western mountains of North Carolina, Asheville has received
numerous reviews as one of the happiest places in the country. During my recent and past visits there, these are a few of my favorite touristy things to do. Take notes!
- Contra dance at The Old Farmer's Ball.
- Old fashioned candy and other shopping at Mast General Store.
- Live music at Jack of the Wood or The Orange Peel.
- Fresh produce and local jams and jellies galore at Asheville's year round Farmer's Market.
- Shopping on Lexington Avenue.
- Lunch at Mayfel's, Laughing Seed Cafe, or Tupelo Honey.
- Book browsing at Malaprop's.
- Hiking in Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest.
- Folk Art Museum along with driving any section of the Blue Ridge Parkway.
- Take a couple of hours and drive to nearby Brevard or Brasstown. Both are spectacular!
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