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A town of living legends: Cultural traditions and Harrah’s casino draw visitors to Cherokee, N.C.

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photo The 80, 000-foot Harrah’s Cherokee Casino opened in November 2007. It includes spa, an 18-hole golf course and a variety of restaurants, including a Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse.

As the headquarters for the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, the town of Cherokee, N.C., has managed to keep 11,000 years of history alive.

Museums, demonstrations, crafts guilds and drama performances allow visitors to tap into the stories and traditions of the ancient Cherokee culture.

And you can experience for yourself the land the tribe felt was so special. At the gateway of the Great Smoky Mountains, the town is a short trip from many trails and outdoor adventures.

But there’s also plenty of with an influx of visitors from the Southeast who flock to play at the state-of-the-art Harrah’s Cherokee Casino.

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