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SHOPPING IN
BLUE RIDGE AND FANNIN COUNTY
Shopping in Blue Ridge, Georgia and Fannin County has been a
popular pastime dating back to the turn of the 20th century.
Many people ventured to this area by train to enjoy the
mineral waters at the local health resorts. Today people are
still traveling to Blue Ridge, Georgia and Fannin County to
shop for Appalachian arts and crafts, pottery, quilts, and
furniture and antiques, among many other things.
Antique shoppers can spend days perusing the numerous
antique malls and shops. This region is widely known as
one of the antique capitals of the country. When
buying Blue Ridge, Georgia real estate you can easily
furnish your new home from top to bottom in period antiques
from local stores.
Appalachian artists are drawn to this area because of the
peace and quiet the mountains provide. The Blue Ridge
Mountains create inspiration and tranquility for local
artists because of the natural beauty which provides them
with the inspiration to be original artists. Local artists
create pieces from traditional art to contemporary art and everything
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Local
artists display all sorts of trades including blacksmithing,
pottery, wood carving, weaving, jewelry,
handcrafted furniture, painting, hand blown glass, clothing and many other trades. All of these trades displayed in Blue Ridge and Fannin County are done by local
Appalachian artists, many of them being nationally
recognized.
A day of shopping in Fannin County is a relaxing way to
enjoy and learn about the local culture of the Appalachians.
You can relax at one of the eateries mixed among
the shops to recharge from shopping. Enjoy some fresh, smoked
mountain trout or a true southern meal at one of the many
restaurants. We are certain shopping in Blue Ridge and
Fannin County will be a unique, cultural experience, enjoyable for everyone. |
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If you have any questions or would like
more information, please contact us 706-632-6080,
877-632-VIEW(8439),
email us, or use our online
request form. |
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