<body><div><p>The highest peak in the <a href="https://103gbfrocks.com/tags/great-smoky-mountains-national-park">Great Smoky Mountains National Park</a> has a "new" name, one steeped in rich history.</p><h2>Great Smoky Mountains National Park Is the Most Visited in the Country</h2><p>For years, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park has been the most visited national park in the country. More than 650,000 people view its highest peak every year.</p><h2>Formerly Clingman's Dome - The Highest Peak Has a "New" Name</h2><p>The highest peak of the <a href="https://103gbfrocks.com/tags/smoky-mountains">Smoky Mountains</a> is visible from Qualla Boundary, and attracts tourists from all over the world. Formerly known as Clingmans Dome, the peak has received a "new" name, far more fitting for its history.</p><h2>A Return to Cherokee Tradition</h2><p>The peak will now be known as Kuwohi (pronounced koo-WHOA-he). In Cherokee, Kuwohi means "mulberry place," and is the tribe's name for the mountain, according to a press release issued by the Great Smoky Mountain National Park. An approval came from the US Board of Geographic Names after a request to change the name was made by the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians (EBCI).</p><p>Kuwohi is the Cherokee name for the mountain and translates to “mulberry place.” In Cherokee syllabary, the name is ᎫᏬᎯ.  The National Park Service strongly supported the name restoration and applauds today's decision, which also received support from local communities and governments. Kuwohi is a sacred place for the Cherokee people and is the highest point within the traditional Cherokee homeland. Kuwohi is visible from the Qualla Boundary, the home of the EBCI.</p><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=1IlwxU_0veCk3gs00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=1IlwxU_0veCk3gs00" width="1600" height="1067" ><figcaption>Canva</figcaption></figure><h2>It Has Always Been Kuwohi to the Cherokee People</h2><p>Kuwohi is the tallest point in all of </p><p>, and the third highest found east of the Mississippi River. It has <b>always</b> been known as Kuwohi to the Cherokee people, and we are happy to see he return to its traditional name.</p><p>Currently, the National Parks Service is working to update signage, as well as its website and other materials to reflect the return to its proper name.</p><p>[Source: <a href="https://www.nps.gov/grsm/learn/news/kuwohi-name-restored-to-the-highest-peak-in-the-smokies.htm">National Parks Services</a>]</p></div></body>

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Name Change of Popular Smoky Mountains Peak Reflects Its Cherokee Roots

The highest peak in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park has a \"new\" name, one steeped in rich history. Great Smoky Mountains National Park Is the Most Visited in the Country. For years, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park has been the most visited national park in the country. More...

The highest peak in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park has a "new" name, one steeped in rich history. Great Smoky Mountains National Park Is the Most Visited in the Country. For years, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park has been the most visited national park in the country. More...