The three-street town of Gruene was once a thriving cotton industry town, the center of town is the restored dance hall. There’ve been live music events there since 1878. Other highlights include Enchanted Rock, the Grapevine Winery, antique stores, and a general store with an honest to goodness soda and ice cream bar.
3. Raleigh, North Carolina
Raleigh is found in a forest complete with lakes, parks and (naturally) trees. A burst of growth graced this place with some modern, local bars, breweries, and nationally-recognized restaurants. Hot spots include the Laotian eatery, Bida Manda, Benchwarmer Bagels, and one of the most beautiful breweries in the world, Brewery Bhavana.
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