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By: Ly David

There are many places to visit when you are visiting the southeastern region of the United States. With so many places to see and things to do, you need to narrow down the places you wish to explore.

Even though the charm of the south is not exclusive to one state or one area of the south, North Carolina is one southern state that offers an entire selection of southern hospitalities. The state is full of different kinds of people and cities, ranging from artsy to environmental to big city.

The capital of North Carolina is Raleigh. The area is generally known as Raleigh-Durham, and more generally the area it is within is known as the Triangle (it includes the city of Chapel Hill as well).

Along with the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, North Carolina State University, and Duke University the area is also home to many other well-known institutes of learning. And with all of these colleges, comes some fierce school spirit and team alliances at colligate sports games.

Also accompanying these places of learning are teachers, businessmen, lawyers, and very well-educated persons who are prepared for the workplace. The Triangle’s population is the “most educated” in the country, with the highest number of Ph.D.’s per capita.

There are many things to see while in the Triangle. This urbanized area has many sports events, art galleries, and history museums to see. North Carolina’s state capital offers a look into the urbanized, educated, and historic parts of the state.

The city of Wilmington is located on the coast of North Carolina. This beautiful historic city is very popular to people seeking a nice place by the beach. Its laidback atmosphere attracts many, as well as the city’s main university, the University of North Carolina at Wilmington.

Wilmington’s historic downtown is the city’s main tourist attraction. The downtown is also the business center and just minutes away from the nearest beaches. Another famous attraction is the USS North Carolina (BB-55), which is a war museum. The battleship was used during WWII.

When you come to this beautiful port city you’ll find plenty of attractions dealing with the coast and marine life and historic United States.

The city of Asheville, located in the mountains of the western part of the state, has a population of about 70,000 people. This small city nestled in the mountains is perfectly situated for both mountain and city dwellers.

The city has a thriving arts and crafts community as well as a bustling small downtown. The city is known for its strong support and connection to the independent arts and music scene as well its popular outdoors adventure crowds.

While in this quaint and vibrant mountain city you can visit the Biltmore House and Estate, the largest private residence in the United States, or you can visit the Thomas Wolfe House, site of the famous early 20th-century author’s childhood home. If you’d rather have some adventure, then you can just go kayaking, mountain biking or take a hike on one of the many trials along the Blue Ridge Mountains.

A hub for finance and business, Charlotte is the largest city in North Carolina and the 20th largest city in the United States. The city was named after wife of the king of England, King George III. Charlotte is also known as the “Queen City.”

There are many places to see and many things to do in this large metropolitan city. The city is a pretty typical large city – with lots of cultural, historical and sports events to attend.