Called the "Switzerland of the South," Blue Ridge is a charming small town with a distinct artsy vibe. The area boasts galleries complete with craft breweries that serve excellent brews and feature live music. A tourist destination in earlier days, Blue Ridge had five hotels soon after it was founded in 1886 thanks to the easy access afforded by the arrival of the Marietta and North Georgia Railroad.

Taking the historic Blue Ridge Scenic Railway is a great way to see the surrounding nature. Check out what is happening at the popular downtown Blue Ridge City Park, visit the historic 1937 Fannin County Courthouse that now houses art studios and galleries, let the Ocoee Whitewater Center take you down Ocoee river in one of their kayaks or canoes for an adrenaline rush, and take the kids hiking in the Blue Ridge Mountains or picking fruits at Mercier Orchards.

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