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The popular saga of vampires “Twilight”, which began as books by the American writer Stephenie Meyer and it came to the cinema, it was set in a city that is in the state of WashingtonWhat was striking was that Meyer never visited the place, but learned of its existence after a simple Google search: “the rainiest place in the united states“That’s how he came across Forks.
When they published the first book in the series, in 2005, the city of forks received only 5,000 tourists, while after the success of the vampire novelthat number multiplied to 66,000 people in 2023. The anecdotal thing is that, in reality, the film was not even shot in this city, but was recorded in some parts of the state of Oregon and even in the neighboring country of Canada, in British Columbia.
“There are some strange characters wandering around and the local hardware store runs out of flashlights all the time as people buy them to go to hunt vampires into the woods. I say, honey, that’s fiction. And if it wasn’t, they’d kill you,” he said. Leslie Grahama Forks resident, told The Times. “I’m not against progress or tourism, but I do resent the fact that the streets are clogged with cars. My kids will never know the quiet little town I grew up in. But then again, my mother loves books.”
The movie “Twilight”.
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When the novel was published, it was a huge success, selling 160 million copies in 49 different languages. Later, the films starring Robert Pattinson y Kristen Stewart would enhance this overwhelming success. Dora Maxfielda teacher at a local school that the fictional students “attended” Twilight characterstold the American media: “Fans were there, crying because they loved this vampire so much. Sometimes they tried to walk into the school. It’s not safe for children.”
What are the top attractions in Forks, Washington?
- Tree Root Cave: This is a tree that literally hangs from its roots, as the ground beneath it split, leaving a gigantic hole. It is located near a campsite and has its own parking lot. When you go down the stairs you will find this tree. It is a quick walk, but very enjoyable.
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Quileute Indian Reservation: It is a mix of beach and forest. The place is quiet and has campsites, cabins and restaurants near the site.
Quileute Indian Reservation, en Washington.
Foto: Sam Beebe / Ecotrust / Commons
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Forks Chamber of Commerce: It has its own Wood Museum, which is small but very interesting, and tells how the town came about and its tradition in the firewood business.
The Forks Chamber of Commerce, home of the Timber Museum.
Foto: Forks Chamber of Commerce
How to get to Forks from Seattle
To get to Forks From Seattle, access I-5 Express N from 4th Avenue and Pike Street. Then take I-5 Express N and I-5 N to WA-104 W/NE 205th St/Lake Ballinger Way in Mountlake Terrace. Merge onto WA-104 W toward Edmonds – Kingston Ferry in Edmonds, turn onto Edmonds – Kingston Ferry toward Kingston and continue on US-101 W until you reach your destination.
