The full list from WorldAtlas includes 9 locations. Here's what writers loved about the one Western N.C. town among the nine.

The recognized town square centers on Howe Street, which runs from the historic Brunswick County Courthouse to the waterfront.

Southport was named one of the 12 most hospitable small towns in North Carolina by World Atlas. The town is known for its waterfront charm, maritime history, and relaxed atmosphere.

Reach her at iseaton@citizentimes.com. This article originally appeared on Asheville Citizen Times: 7 Western NC towns among 9 most scenic in the state: See why, World Atlas analysis ...

World Atlas has listed eight of the quaintest towns in North Carolina with three Western North Carolina towns making the list: Hendersonville, Brevard and Blowing Rock. WorldAtlas.com first launched ...

This Brunswick County town is one of the friendliest in NC, according to World Atlas Molly Wilhelm Wilmington StarNews 0:04 ...

Best main streets in NC Of the eight towns selected by WorldAtlas, five are located in or border WNC including Little Switzerland, Bryson City, West Jefferson, Blowing Rock and Hendersonville.

WorldAtlas cites these 10 choices on their list: Blowing Rock Brevard Hillsborough Elkin Morganton Southport Black Mountain Washington Sylva Mount Airy Blowing Rock, Brevard, Morganton, Black ...

As the region recovers from the destruction caused by Tropical Storm Helene, Western North Carolina is still making reports for its beauty, culture and unique features. Writers at WorldAtlas, a ...