North Carolina - The home of Flight

State Capital: Raleigh
Admission to the union:
November 21st, 1789 as 12th state

The historical state of North Carolina is the place where first the Spanish and then the British attempted to colonise the interior. The ‘Lost Colony’ of Roanoke Island is one of the periods’ most controversial mysteries. The former Confederate state has the tallest mountain east of the Mississippi with Mt Mitchell in the stunning Appalachian Mountains which make up the states western boundary. However most of the state is gentle hill country stretching to coastal plains, ideal for agricultural which still make a valuable contribution to the local economy. One of history’s most important events occurred here in 1903 when the Wright Brothers flew the Kitty Hawk thereby launching the age of flight. With so many historical sites, amazing natural beauty, a warm year round climate the state is a popular holiday destination especially for other Americans.

Things to do in North Carolina:

The deafening roar of gunfire echoes at Battleship North Carolina where you’re stunned with the might on the decks of this WWII giant of the seas, anchored at Wilmington.

All Aboaord! The Great Smokey Mountains Railroad; in Bryson City will charm you with their romantic scenic steam or diesel ride through the awe inspiring hill country.

No the Addams Family did not live here, but a visit to spectacular Biltmore Estate will make you think you’re either on a movie set or in Europe. Treat yourself with a visit or a stay.

A National Memorial has been erected at Kitty Hawk, the beach where the Wright Brothers took to the sky. Well worth a reflective visit.

On Hatteras Island in the Outer Banks is the Frisco Native American Museum, dedicated to preserving the heritage of the local Indian community.