Raleigh:
Welcome to city living, Carolina style. Raleigh combines the best of the city with all of the beauty and tranquility of the country. It is a destination where visitors will find trendy restaurants on tree-lined streets, cutting-edge culture with Southern charm, bustling nightspots, not to mention some unique North Carolina historic sites. I4s hip without the hassle, and it's waiting just for you.
Named after Sir Walter Raleigh, this conveniently located North Carolina City is also the capital of the state. The present Capitol building, which replaced the burned Statehouse in 1840, stands on Union Square, the center of five squares at the heart of the city.
Raleigh offers visitors four temperate seasons and a multitude of things to do and see, indoors and out. Downtown Raleigh is where you'll find most of the city's museums, historic sights, state government buildings and several colleges. Many of Raleigh's best offerings are located inside the Interstate-440 beltline. Near the center of town are some no