From Staff Reports

MONTREAL, Quebec, Canada — Asheville recently was named a top autumn destination in North Carolina by WorldAtlas, based here.

WorldAtlas released a list of nine best places to visit in North Carolina this fall — and this time, most cities on the list are located in Western N.C., with Asheville included.

Writers of the report praised North Carolina for “enticing” fall weather and, of course, vibrant foliage throughout the season.

 Regarding Asheville, plus the other locations on its list of must-sees, WorldAtlas noted that they offer vibrant fall foliage, including from the Blue Ridge Parkway’s Flat Rock Overlook.

Beyond Asheville’s famous leaves, the report praised the city’s arts scene, architecture, museums and galleries.

Among Asheville’s favorite fall activities and events cited by WorldAtlas are the following:

• Eliada Fall Festival and Corn Maze — “A festival with a cause, 100 percent of the proceeds from this fall event go to benefit children, youth and families supported by nonprofit Eliada,” WorldAtlas stated.

• Oktoberfest Half Marathon and 5K in the River Arts District — “With a scenic Asheville race route and promised post-run festivities featuring craft brews the city is famous for, the half-marathon and 5K is a perfect choice for sporty fall fun,” WorldAtlas noted.