Franklin, North Carolina
Franklin is a town in and the county seat of Macon County, North Carolina, United States. It is situated within the Nantahala National Forest. The population was reported to be 4,175 in the 2020 census, an increase from the total of 3,845 tabulated in 2010.
Franklin, North Carolina | |
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Town | |
Buildings on Main Street in Downtown Franklin | |
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Seal | |
| Motto: "Discover Us" | |
Location of Franklin, North Carolina | |
| Coordinates: 35°10′47″N 83°22′52″W | |
| Country | United States |
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Macon |
| Area | |
| • Total | 4.99 sq mi (12.92 km2) |
| • Land | 4.90 sq mi (12.68 km2) |
| • Water | 0.09 sq mi (0.23 km2) |
| Elevation | 2,047 ft (624 m) |
| Population (2020) | |
| • Total | 4,175 |
| • Density | 852.56/sq mi (329.18/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP codes | 28734, 28744 |
| Area code | 828 |
| FIPS code | 37-24640 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2406519 |
| Website | www.franklinnc.com |
The town developed around a 1,000-year old platform mound, the center of the historic Cherokee town of Nikwasi.
Franklin is a popular destination for hikers and outdoor enthusiasts, specifically in relation to the Nantahala National Forest, the Great Smoky Mountains, and the Appalachian Trail. The town and the surrounding area is rich in gems and minerals, and is known locally as the "Gem Capital of The World."
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