The North Carolina state flag is a strong symbol of the state's long history and strong values. The flag was adopted on March 9, 1885, and changed a little on June 24, 1991.

You can click through Visit North Carolina's interactive map above to see which cities are welcoming tourists and which are still closed to visitors.

Located in far western North Carolina, among the Smoky Mountains, Bryson City is open for visitors. The town offers mountain views, hiking trails and a bustling downtown.

From the sandy dunes and stunning ocean views of the Outer Banks to the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains, North Carolina's natural beauty is awe-inspiring. But there's more to the Tar Heel State than ...

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We won't find the City of Graham, which is a part of the city of Burlington metropolitian area, in Graham County, named for William A. Graham, United States Senator from North Carolina (1840–1843) and ...