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Facts about Size - The area of
the State covers 53821 square miles
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The Constitution -
North Carolina was the 12th State to be admitted to the Union
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3 Largest Cities in
North Carolina - Charlotte, Raleigh and Greensboro
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State Motto - " Esse quam videri " the State Motto is translated as "
To be, rather than to seem "
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Facts about the State Nickname - The
Tar Heel State ( tar was at one time one of the state's major
products )
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Name of the North
Carolina State
Song is " The Old North State " the words of the song are by
William Gaston and music
composed by Mrs. E. E. Randolph
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Short History of
North Carolina - First settled in 1653, it was part of the
province of Carolina until 1691 and became a separate colony
in 1711 and a Royal colony in 1729.
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Origin of the name - North and South Carolina were one colony until 1729.
Carolina is derived from the Latin name Carolus, translated as
"Charles." The state was named in honor Charles IX of France
and then Charles I and Charles II of England.
Best Places to Visit in North Carolina
Where are the best
places to visit in North Carolina? What are the most famous and fun
tourist attractions in North Carolina? Visit interesting historical sites
and places in North Carolina during your vacation. Have fun travelling
through the state and enjoy the best places to visit in North
Carolina.
The best ideas for outdoor activities, historical tourist
attractions, parks and zoos - have fun in North Carolina! Best Places to
Visit in North Carolina - Tourist attractions
Best Places to
Visit in North Carolina - Historical Sites
Facts about
the Names
of the Symbols / Emblems of of North Carolina
The following animal, bird, flower and tree are the
symbols / Emblems of the State of North Carolina:
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North Carolina State Animal Symbol - Grey Squirrel
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North Carolina State Bird Symbol - Cardinal
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North Carolina State Flower Symbol - Dogwood
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North Carolina State Insect Emblem - Honeybee
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North Carolina State Reptile Emblem - Eastern Box Turtle
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Tree - Pine
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