Introduction
Mountains surround the Art Deco buildings of Asheville's commercial district - a reminder of the town's early 20th century boom years.
Today Asheville has a reputation as one of the healthiest towns in the country, with many health food stores, cafes and bookstores frequented by a non-conformist populace.
The 250-room, Biltmore Estate is one of the most visited houses in America. In addition to the fine collection of art and sculpture, this French Renaissance-style mansion has the distinction of being the largest residence in America.
