Why you should visitNorth Carolina

By:Sophie

And Hannah

State Fun Facts

• Nickname: Tar Heal State

• Bird: Cardinal• Flower: Dog wood

blossom • Tree: Long leaf pine• Landmarks: Wright

Brothers National historic Site

• State Gemstone: Emerald

Geography

Where is it located?

A: North Carolina is in the south eastern United states, and is located right under Virginia.

Boarders: Virginia, Tennessee, Georgia, and South Carolina.

Basic Facts

• Capital: Raleigh

• Population: 100%

• Statehood:

• Ethnicity:

Industries and Crops

North Carolina farmers grow cotton, tobacco, and soybeans. Live stock farmers raise cattle, sheep, and pigs.

Some natural recourses and manufactured goods are: Clay, crushed stone, wooden furniture and machines.

History of the State

• In ancient times the eastern half of the state was under water and sharks roamed the waters.

• In the 1580’s, the British enabled two colonies in North Carolina, which both failed.

• In 1586, the colonies were forced to return to England due to hardships.

Places to go things to do

• Blue ridge parkway is in the Appalachian Mountains and has a great swinging bridge that is fun to walk on.

• Parmount’s Carowinds is a great place to spend the day if you like adventure and fun. This Theme park has whooping and twisting rides that are always a thrill

• Duck Beach is a popular public beach and a great place to spend the day if you like surf, sand, and sun!