I think would come back to North Carolina to enjoy to the natural attractions. The rivers, forests and trails. Lovely driving around this state and good genuine people.
I probably wouldn’t come back for the tourist attractions. 
Come here and be prepared to walk!
I would rate 7.2 out of 10.
The mountains of North Carolina are beautiful. Some of the activities seem a bit touristy, but lovely state to spend time out of doors.
My total score for North Carolina out of 50 is 27.
Categories out of 10
Home comforts Quality of food, accommodation, etc. Score of 6. Hotel was on a river, which is cool. Food was home-madey and filling.
Attractions The quality of the attractions and generally how fun and interesting they were. Score of 5. Lots of touristy activities, but good outdoor activities.
Natural Beauty The aesthetic vistas of the state which make the drive easier. Score of 7. Awesome mountain vistas.
Culture Historical and cultural sites and interactions with the locals. Score of 6. Native heritage sites but limited access. Some people a bit aloof.
Value Financial value – bang for your buck, so to speak. Score of 5. Paid full price for hotel. I hate paying full price for anything!
Travelled through North Carolina today to the Great Smokey mountains and Cherokee.
The drive was lovely with a splattering of wildflowers and purple coloured trees. The drive took us upward into the mountains on a fairly steady gradient.
Once we arrived in Cherokee, which is located on a Cherokee reservation, we visited the Museum of the Cherokee Indian. The museum contains a number of artefacts relating to a wide period of Cherokee history, from paleo to current. The museum also includes clever audio visual effects. The museum does not contain a huge amount of detailed information, but does provide a good overview of the history of the Cherokee people, particularly the eastern band.
Next to the the museum is an arts and crafts collective which contains a wide range of Cherokee arts and crafts.
We are staying in the Rivers Edge hotel which is located right of the edge of the OCONALUFTEE river.
Planning on going to Cherokee, North Carolina. We will have the opportunity to see both the Cherokee Heritage Museum and the Museum of the Cherokee Indian. These museums both provide a wonderful insight into the Cherokee people and their legends.
Additionally Cherokee is located in an amazing part of the world in the heart of the Appalachian mountains.
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