T H E L U R E O F C H A P E L H I L LC R E A T E D B Y J O N A T H A N FA R B E R , P H . D .

• Chapel Hill, North Carolina, has recently been ranked one of the best cities to live, work, and visit.

• But those who are unfamiliar with the city are probably wondering why it is so alluring - what makes Chapel Hill so great compared to other cities?

• Here are just some of the many reasons why people from all over love Chapel Hill, North Carolina…

• First, the livability, which is made up of a wide range of elements, is very appealing.

• From its mild climate and favorable location, located between the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Atlantic Ocean, mixes the charming mountaineer lifestyle with the lure of the sea - both easily accessible.

• Chapel Hill also combines a young atmosphere with rich history and southern tradition, especially when it comes to the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill’s game days.

• An article published by Streetdirectory.com notes that, “Money Magazine recently ranked the town as the number one best place to live in the southern US,” (Adams, The Top 5 Reasons to Live in Chapel Hill, North Carolina).

• The Chapel Hill community is another reason many residents and outsiders alike enjoy the city.

• With a small-town friendly vibe, people are not hesitant to wave hello or give a helping hand.

• If you’re new to town, you’ll be sure to find a group of people you can affiliate with according to your interests.

• Chapel Hill is known for making sure its residents are happy and healthy, and with the University and UNC Hospitals spread throughout the city, there are plenty of free programs for you to join and feel the wonderful sense of community that Chapel Hill exudes.

• The arts and culture scene in Chapel Hill is another flourishing aspect of the community.

• For music lovers, nature appreciators, theatre personas, and sports fans - there is never a lack of activities to take part in, no matter what interest pertains to you.

• Streetdirectory.com notes, “The town prides itself on being a community that values culture and has established an ordinance to allocate funds to be specifically used for promoting the arts,” (Adams, The Top 5 Reasons to Live in Chapel Hill, North Carolina).

• With the well-known Festifall Street Fair that happens each October, to the dozens of museums, arboretums and historical centers around the area, you’ll find that the arts are a huge part of what makes Chapel Hill so appealing.

• For more information about why people from all around the country are flocking to Chapel Hill, North Carolina, check out Streetdirectory.com's article here, which includes details like the positive employment rates throughout the city, along with the great education systems.