Blue Ridge Mountains Travel Guide
WEBThe Blue Ridge Mountains stretch 550 miles from north Georgia to southern Pennsylvania, much of it connected by the Blue Ridge Parkway. The Blue Ridge region encompasses more than 34,000 square miles of dynamic landscapes- mountains, forests, lakes, rivers, and waterfalls- in eight states along the east coast. Let our local experts be your guide to things to do in the Blue Ridge Mountains ...
50 Fascinating Facts About Cherokee Culture & History
WEBMay 31, 2022 · General Facts About Cherokee Culture. 1. The Cherokee people are an Iroquian-speaking people who refer to themselves as Aniyvwiya (“the Real People”). Most Iroquoian-speaking people lived near the Great Lakes, leading historians to believe the Cherokee migrated south from that region.
How to Plan an Amazing Blue Ridge Parkway Road Trip
WEBFeb 22, 2024 · The Blue Ridge Parkway stretches 469 miles in Virginia and North Carolina, connecting Shenandoah National Park to Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Though seasoned travelers might attempt to clock such mileage in a single day, that simply isn’t realistic (or desirable) for the world-renowned scenic route.
The Appalachian Culture & History of the Blue Ridge Mountains
WEBNov 15, 2020 · A Brief Appalachian History. Native Americans first began to gather in the Appalachian Mountains some 16,000 years ago. Cherokee Indians were the main Native American group of the Southern Appalachian and Blue Ridge region, but there were also Iroquois, Powhatan, and Shawnee people.. The arrival of enslaved Africans in the area dates back to the 16th century.
The 20 Best Things to Do in Blowing Rock NC - Blue Ridge …
WEBJun 14, 2022 · The Best Hotels in Blowing Rock NC. Chetola Resort – One of our favorite Blue Ridge Parkway hotels, Chetola offers an elegant lodge; one-, two, and three-bedroom condos; a critically-acclaimed restaurant and bar; a 67-acre sporting reserve; and a luxury spa.. Meadowbrook Inn – Located on Main Street, this charming inn features large suites with sitting areas, whirlpool tubs, wet bars, and ...
The 30 Best Fall Fairs and Festivals in Georgia (2024)
WEBAug 5, 2024 · 11. Big Red Apple Festival (Downtown Cornelia GA, September 21) Nestled in the mountains of Northeast Georgia about 8 miles from the Schoolbus Graveyard, Cornelia is a picturesque town known as “The Home of the Big Red Apple.”. Every year, Cornelia hosts the Big Red Apple Festival to celebrate the town and the apples grown there, as well as the impending arrival of fall colors in North ...
30 Fascinating Facts About the Appalachian Mountains for Trivia …
WEBApr 5, 2022 · 5. The highest peak of the Appalachian Mountains is Mt. Mitchell in North Carolina, which reaches 6,684 feet above sea level. In the Rockies, Mount Elbert stands at 14,440 feet above sea level, while Mt. Whitney of the Sierra Nevada is the highest point in the contiguous U.S. at 14,505 feet. 6.
The 10 Best Virginia Mountain Resorts to Visit
WEBDec 20, 2023 · 6. Peaks of Otter Lodge. 85554 Blue Ridge Pkwy, Bedford VA • (866) 387-9905. Check Rates. One of the rare mountain lodges in Virginia located on the Blue Ridge Parkway, the historic Peaks of Otter Lodge has an amazing location between 3 stunning mountain peaks: Sharp Top, Flat Top, and Harkening Hill.
Appalachian Folklore, Monsters and Superstitions - Blue Ridge …
WEBMar 18, 2022 · 1. The Bell Witch. The story of the Bell Witch is one of the most popular examples of Appalachian Mountain folklore, and it began in Robertson County, Tennessee. This legend centers around the Bell family. The Bell Witch (who is thought to be a woman named Kate Batts) was supposedly cheated in a land purchase by …
The 15 Best Things to Do in Hiawassee GA & Young Harris GA
WEBJul 13, 2022 · Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains less than 4 miles from the border with North Carolina, Hiawassee GA is a relatively small town (2.07 square miles) on the shores of Lake Chatuge.. Known as “Georgia’s Lake and Mountain Paradise,” the town was named after the Cherokee word Ayuhwasi, which means meadow.It was settled circa 1820, and designated as the seat of the newly formed Towns County ...