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The Qualla Boundary

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The Qualla Boundary is the sovereign land of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians. The 57,000-acre parcel of land makes up only a small portion of the Cherokee’s historic territory, which stretches throughout the Southeast.

Though sometimes referred to as the Cherokee Reservation, the Qualla is not technically a reservation––the Cherokee tribe purchased the land back from the federal government in the 1870s, and it is now held in trust.

Disconnect from today’s fast-paced world and enter another, thousands of years old. Experience Cherokee’s living history and culture in awe-inspiring ceremonial dance, ancient artifacts, stirring legends, nationally renowned theatrical performances, and traditional Cherokee arts and weaponry by today’s Cherokee Master Artists.

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