Asheville - One of North Carolinas Best Places to Retire or Relocate

Climb Mt. Mitchell, at over 6,000 feet the highest point in the east. Study Appalachian Art at the Folk Arts Center. Walk around the downtown, filled with Art Deco architecture, stopping to shop and eat at one of the many trendy spots or catch a show at one of the local venues. .
Asheville - One of North Carolinas Best Places to Retire or Relocate
For years, people have been attracted to the Asheville North Carolina area.

Railroad tycoon George Vanderbilt solidified Asheville's reputation by building his home there, known as the Biltmore Estate. The Biltmore Estate is the largest private residence in the US, and is located just south of Asheville. It is open to the public for tours. Scattered around the area are over fifty golf courses.

Other outdoor activities in the Asheville area include plenty of hiking trails, rivers for rafting and fishing, the Blue Ridge Parkway for driving and biking, hot air balloon companies for balloon rides, and even llama excursions.

The University of North Carolina has its liberal arts base in Asheville NC which also includes the Center for Creative Senior Living.

Warren Wilson College helps to enhance the local area with a requirement of 25 service hours a year as part of its curriculum.

Pack Square is in the heart of Asheville where you'll find galleries, eateries and shopping options comparable to the most cosmopolitan cities in the country. Pack Square is also home to many art, music, craft, and food festivals during the year, such as the Belle Chere Festival, held in July.

Asheville North Carolina has one of the largest historic districts on the National Register. It is one of the best towns for music lovers in the country. Drawn to the natural beauty and hospitable climate as well as wide selection of venues and a seemingly insatiable audience, acts are drawn to Asheville like moths to a flame.

From smaller intimate shows at the Orange Peel, Stella Blue and the Thomas Wolfe Auditorium, to larger rock riots at the Asheville Civic Center, Asheville is the best place to be if one of your loves is music.

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The Carolina Report - Best Places to Live in the Carolinas
   By Bob Bencivenga
Published: 7/15/2009
 
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