The Community of Asheville

Asheville is the largest city in Western North Carolina and is one of the largest historic districts on the National Historic Register. It has a strong economy, the biggest airport in the region, a state community college, UNC-Asheville, two large hospitals and a thriving arts community. Whether you’re seeking an outdoor lifestyle, beautiful mountain views or the best dining in Western North Carolina, Asheville has something for everyone.

• Five Cities that Are Special
   (USA Weekend Magazine, July 18, 2004)
• 10 Great Adventure Towns
   National Geographic Adventure, September 2004
• Number 10 of America's Top 25 Arts Destinations
   AmericanStyle Magazine, Summer 2001, 2002, 2003 & 2004
• Number 8 of the Best Places to Live (U.S. and Canada)
   Cities Ranked and Rated 2004
• Top Five Best Places to Retire
   MSN, July 30, 2003
• The 15 Best Places to Reinvent Your Life
   AARP Magazine, May-June 2003
• Top Ten Towns for a Second-Home Investment
   MSN Money, October 2003
• America's Happiest City for Women
   Self Magazine, October 2002
• One of America's 5 Best Biking Towns
   Bike Magazine, June 2002
• #1 Urban Haven in the World
   The Wallpaper Magazine Annual Round-Up, Jan./Feb. 2002

Area Education Asheville Schools For ages 2-92!	Asheville City Schools Buncombe County Schools University of NC - Asheville AB Tech College Montessori Learning Center Carolina Day School Asheville School Mars Hill College Warren Wilson College Western Carolina University
Community Info Find out here	Asheville Chamber of Commerce Asheville Government Buncombe County Images of Asheville
Outdoor Life It's all about Altitude	The Applachian Trail Ski North Carolina The NOC