North Carolina Town Named The 'Most Underrated' In The State

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You don't have to go to a big city to find big thrills. Some of the most interesting and unique attractions are often hidden away outside of the warn path in smaller towns waiting to be explored.

Cheapsim search around the country for the towns that are often overlooked, the destinations that are just as worth exploring as the big cities that draw in more tourists. To determine the list, the site "took into account towns with a range of attractive offerings, including cultural attractions, outdoor activities, great dining and shopping options, low cost of living, and high quality of life, among other factors."

According to the site, the most underrated town in North Carolina is Asheville, which is a beautiful snapshot of what the Tar Heel State has to offer. Here's what the site had to say about the most overlooked town in North Carolina:

"In the heart of the vast, beautiful, and rugged Blue Ridge Mountains lies the intellectual and artistic oasis of Asheville. The bohemian character and hip culture of the town gels seamlessly with the area's natural beauty. Teeming with attractions and things to do, Asheville is centered around one of the most celebrated music scenes in the country."

Check out the full list at Cheapism.com to see more of the most underrated towns around the country.