Tourism
Despite the fact that Asheville witnessed a significant decline in development through the middle of the 20th century as a result of the Depression, the city remained a tourist destination.
Today, Asheville blends beautifully the desires of urban culture and rural arts, modern tastes and historic style, downtown entertainment and outdoor recreation, maintaining Asheville as a landmark for both health and holiday. Asheville is known for its unique natural and architectural beauty, moderate climate outstanding educational and health care facilities, indigenous arts and crafts, and grand festivals.
Artists and street musicians converge with tourists and locals for a vibrancy rarely found in a city of its size. People sip cups of coffee at one of several locally-owned shops, listen to live music in public venues, and go on art walks, winding their way through the downtown’s galleries. Locals and visitors alike can explore unique boutiques, dine on fine cuisine, and enjoy people-watching from any number of breath-taking vantage points. The city's reputation as a place of unprecedented beauty and clean mountain resources were primary contributors to the rise of its popularity.
Today, Asheville blends beautifully the desires of urban culture and rural arts, modern tastes and historic style, downtown entertainment and outdoor recreation, maintaining Asheville as a landmark for both health and holiday. Asheville is known for its unique natural and architectural beauty, moderate climate outstanding educational and health care facilities, indigenous arts and crafts, and grand festivals.
Artists and street musicians converge with tourists and locals for a vibrancy rarely found in a city of its size. People sip cups of coffee at one of several locally-owned shops, listen to live music in public venues, and go on art walks, winding their way through the downtown’s galleries. Locals and visitors alike can explore unique boutiques, dine on fine cuisine, and enjoy people-watching from any number of breath-taking vantage points. The city's reputation as a place of unprecedented beauty and clean mountain resources were primary contributors to the rise of its popularity.