Spanish architect, Rafael Guastavino, originally came to the Asheville area to work on the Biltmore Estate Mansion. He quickly fell in love with the beauty of Western North Carolina, and shortly after, the construction of the Basilica of St. Lawrence began. With its unique position in downtown Asheville and as the largest basilica in North America, this …
Take a step back in time at the Swannanoa Valley Museum. This Blue Ridge museum is home to countless exhibits, hiking trails, photograph collections, and more. It is the perfect way to gain a new appreciation for Western North Carolina! Read on to learn how to make the most of your trip. And, if you are …
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A trip to Carl Sandburg House is a must for history buffs and artists alike. This one-of-a-kind home guarantees to stir your imagination. After all, the great American poet and writer chose this unique home for a reason! Are you ready to learn why? Read on to discover the best ways to spend a day at this …
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The area surrounding the Esmeralda Inn offers visitors more than enough to keep them busy, from scenic Appalachian bliss to Asheville city life. Among the local attractions is the Thomas Wolfe Memorial, where the late American author spent his childhood. Literature buffs and novices alike will benefit from paying a visit to the author’s former abode. …
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For most people, visiting the Biltmore Estate in spring is on their North Carolina must-do list. This historic property in Asheville, NC is surrounded by 125,000 acres of spectacular gardens and grounds! The Biltmore Estate Gardens were designed by America’s foremost landscape architect, Frederick Law Olmsted. From the beauty of the Italian Garden to the trees in …
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Sometimes less is more, and that adage is true even when applied to video games. Games like Call of Duty, World of Warcraft, and Halo have taken over the gaming scene, along with the consoles they’re played on. Sure, they’re a lot of fun, but they don’t quite offer the nostalgia that you can find …
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