There is just something about North Carolina that makes people want to visit and live there all year round. What makes it so attracting to visitors? North Carolina has a lot to offer nature lovers. In the east, there’s the windswept, sun-bleached Atlantic coast, whereas the west’s heavily forested Appalachian Mountains provide view after amazing view. The state’s inhabitants have built cities, towns and villages to match the beauty that the land already provides. Take a trip through one of America’s most beautiful states.

Kitty Hawk

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All of North Carolina’s Outer Banks islands are a paradise for quiet beach lovers, as they are more difficult to get to and therefore less developed. Kitty Hawk is especially worth visiting, as it is where Wilbur and Orville Wright flew their airplane for the first time – hence North Carolina’s state motto, First in Flight. As soon as you get onto this string of barrier islands, you’ll be greeted with the smell of salt water coming off the warm Atlantic Ocean, the pale colors of the beach, and perhaps even one of the state’s several light houses, all painted their own pattern of black and white. Kitty Hawk is a perfect place to relax and let the rhythm of the waves draw you in.

Asheville

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Compared to other towns on this list, Asheville is actually quite big, but it’s also so unique and beautiful that it just couldn’t be left out. Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains, the city is both cosmopolitan and homey, with food and art scenes that can rival much bigger cities. It’s also home to the Biltmore Estate, an over-the-top mansion built in the late 19th century. And while you’re in town, you can visit the YMI Cultural Center, a hub of African-American culture since its founding in 1893.

Blowing Rock

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Blowing Rock focuses on family vacations, honeymoons, romantic getaways, and group retreats. Outdoor adventure, dining in great mountain restaurants, fun-filled festivals, and excellent service make Blowing Rock one of the best vacation areas in the Southeast.

The Blue Ridge Mountains surrounding Blowing Rock possess a rich history of a simpler time. Today, they provide the backdrop for the best vacation area in North Carolina. Spend the day with activities in Blowing Rock, then retire for the evening to their cozy accommodations that set the standard for comfort in North Carolina.

Manteo

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Manteo may seem like a typical North Carolina coastal town, but the area is as rich in attractions and fun as it is local history. The area is home to one of the world’s greatest mysteries, the birthplace of English colonization in American, (literally), and a collection of Outer Banks attractions that have wowed vacationers for generations.

A visit to Manteo, whether it’s for a day or for a week, can be a veritable visit back in time with historical attractions like the Roanoke Island Festival Park, the Island Farm or the Elizabethan Gardens setting the scene of a bygone era. For vacationers more interested in modern fare, the downtown offers blocks of homegrown boutiques, book shops, gift stores, and some of the region’s most celebrated restaurants, all located conveniently in one downtown stretch adjacent to the bustling but beautiful Manteo waterfront.

Lake Lure

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At the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains sits this beautiful lake and the town of the same name that will seduce any hiker or nature-lover. And if you go in the summer, the lake’s beach is the perfect spot for a swim and a picnic.

Bath

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The quirky little town of Bath is the perfect site for history lovers, as it is North Carolina’s oldest town by five years (it was founded in 1705, five years before New Bern). Its heyday years were the colonial period and the very early years of the United States’ existence, and the historical center of the town has changed very little since then. Complementing the historical attractions is the coast, where tourists can take boat rides or rent jet skis to get out on the water. One of Bath’s most famous former inhabitants was the notorious pirate Blackbeard, who lived in Bath briefly.

Boone

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Tired of your everyday routine? Sounds like you need to Step Outside Yourself. There’s something about the crisp mountain air and never-ending vistas of the High Country that inspires even the most indoorsy person to embark on a little adventure. And, you can always find just the right amount of adventure in Boone – from the adrenaline rush of whitewater rafting and black diamond skiing to a relaxing day of fly-fishing and cruising the Blue Ridge Parkway.  It’s time to lose your fears and find yourself here.

Hillsborough

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Now a quiet, heavily forested town in the Piedmont, Hillsborough was once the site of significant tensions between the colonists and the British government in the lead up to the Revolutionary War. The main street leads up a hill and you’ll encounter a plethora of charming restaurants and cute shops in addition to the historical buildings along the way. This is another good place to come if you’d like to hike, as it’s very nearby the Eno River State Park. The Eno, a very well loved part of the community, is one of the more pristine rivers in the country.

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