Nestled in Jackson County, North Carolina, near Cullowhee, sits a large soapstone boulder called Judaculla Rock. The rock is notable for its intricate petroglyphs, which are said to hold a profound connection to Cherokee oral traditions. But archaeologists still can’t explain the meaning of the carvings. According to Cherokee legend, the markings on the rock…
The Siren of the French Broad
The French Broad River in Western North Carolina is rich in history and mystery. The beautiful waters that sweep through the mountains are full of not only water, but also legend. The story of the “Siren of the French Broad” dates back to the mid-1850s, when author William Gilmore Simms published a poem about it….