Written by Derek Halsey | Photos by Anthony Harden
There is a constant, bustling stream of tourists walking the streets of Blowing Rock, North Carolina, on this October day.
In and around this long-time resort town, the autumn leaves are just beginning to turn, especially on the historic and beautiful Blue Ridge Parkway, which is just a couple of miles away.
Sitting at 4,000 feet above sea level, on the rim of Johns River Gorge, Blowing Rock has been a beloved destination for well over a century. On this afternoon, as with every day, many of the tourists who are exploring the small downtown area are walking into the High Country Candles shop.
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