Western North Carolina is known for its hills full of hidden treasures. From rubies and sapphires to emeralds and gold, the region is stocked with gems, stones and minerals still waiting to be ...

According to Southern Living, it’s one of the state’s underrated gems, offering scenic views, outdoor adventure and a lively ...

HIDDENITE, N.C. — There is only one place in the world where the rare emerald-green hiddenite gem can be found, and it's about an hour north of Charlotte, North Carolina. Hiddenite, North Carolina, ...

Uncover precious gems and lots of fun at Sugar Creek Gem Mine in Banner Elk. Uncover precious gems and lots of fun at Sugar Creek Gem Mine in Banner Elk.

While there are plenty of places around the world listed as "hidden gems", few are actually tucked away from the crowds, undiscovered, and worth checking out. However, there's a small town in North ...

Police in Western North Carolina are on the hunt for a large quartz crystal cluster they say was stolen from a gem mine. The gem is believed to have been stolen from the Elijah Mountain Gem Mine in ...

There’s a lot to love about mountain towns—cozy lodging, gorgeous scenery, and endless opportunity for outdoor adventure, just to name a few. Towns in and around the Great Smoky Mountains have their ...

HENDERSONVILLE, N.C. (AP) - Authorities say a large quartz crystal cluster was stolen from a gem mine in western North Carolina. The Henderson County Sheriff’s Office wrote in a Facebook post Tuesday ...

Western North Carolina offers several locations for gem mining and exploration. Emerald Village, near Spruce Pine, allows visitors to dig for gems and go underground. Other popular spots in and around ...

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