North Carolina, US

About

North Carolina is a southeastern state on the Atlantic coast. It is bordered by Virginia, Tennessee, Georgia, and South Carolina.

Some key facts about North Carolina:

• Capital: Raleigh
• Population: Around 10.4 million
• Area: 53,819 square miles
• Nickname: Tar Heel State

North Carolina has three main geographic regions – the Appalachian Mountains in the west, the Piedmont plateau in the central region, and the Atlantic coastal plain in the east. Iconic landmarks include the Blue Ridge Parkway and Outer Banks beach communities.

Major cities include Charlotte, Raleigh, Greensboro, Durham, and Winston-Salem. North Carolina is considered the ”research triangle” hub with its concentration of high-tech firms and research universities. Other key industries include finance, biotech, and manufacturing.

Culturally, North Carolina offers a progressive urban scene combined with rural charm and tradition. It is known for college basketball rivalries, Nascar racing, and its renowned barbecue and craft beer. Music scenes thrive in Asheville and the “Research Triangle.”

The state experiences humid subtropical summers and mild winters. It sees heavy rainfall and the occasional hurricane. The Great Smoky and Blue Ridge Mountains draw outdoor enthusiasts year-round.

In summary, North Carolina combines sprawling metros and high-tech industries with quaint towns, natural wonders, and Southern heritage. Its diverse landscapes and economy make it a unique state bridging modern and traditional.

Quick Facts about North Carolina

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Geography

North Carolina is located at 35°30'2"N 80°0'1"W (35.5006900, -80.0003200). It has 4 neighbors: Georgia, South Carolina, Tennessee and Virginia.

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The largest city of North Carolina is Charlotte with a population of 900,350. Other cities include, Raleigh population 474,414, West Raleigh population 338,759, Greensboro population 297,878 and Durham population 285,897. See all North Carolina cities & populated places.

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Cities, Towns, Villages, Neighborhoods & Other Populated Places in North Carolina.

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People born in North Carolina, including writer Ben Fountain, con artist and prison escapee Steven Jay Russell, crime fiction writer Margaret Maron, .

List

• Skeeter Best (American musician) he was born in 20/11/1914
• Manteo Mitchell (American Sprinter) he was born in 06/07/1987
• Aaron Marshall Elliott (American writer, philologist and specialist in literature) he was born in 24/01/1844
• Sequoyah (Cherokee silversmith and creator of the Cherokee syllabary) he was born in 01/01/1770
• Absalom Tatom (politician (1742-1802)) he was born in 01/01/1742
• Jareb Dauplaise (American actor) he was born in 18/03/1979
• Midori (American movie actress) she was born in 19/07/1968
• Angelica Sinn (American) she was born in 09/04/1974
• Mr. Porter (American rapper) he was born in 07/12/1978
• Victoria Givens (American movie actress) she was born in 14/01/1970
• James W. Cooke (United States Navy officer) he was born in 23/08/1812
• Caleb Bradham (American pharmacist) he was born in 27/05/1867
• Ted Tally (American playwright) he was born in 09/04/1952
• Malcom McLean (American businessman) he was born in 14/11/1913
• William Smith (member of U.S. Senate representing South Carolina in 1816) he was born in 01/01/1762
• Barbara Guest (American writer) she was born in 06/09/1920
• Bette McLaurin (American jazz musician) she was born in 01/01/1929
• Jonathan Worth (American politician (1802-1869)) he was born in 18/11/1802