If you are planning a trip to the South-Eastern United States, you had better make sure that Raleigh, North Carolina is in your itinerary. Whether you are looking for the excitement of a big city, or the charm of a classic Southern town, the Raleigh area has it all.
Raleigh is a wonderful destination for history buffs and is famous for its world-class museums, Capital-area historic sites, great shopping destinations, best of Broadway shows, and both professional and amateur sporting events.
Raleigh was founded as North Carolina’s state capital in 1792 and is rich in culture and history. Visit the State Capitol building to learn about its secret rooms, ghost stories, and the history of North Carolina - you can even see George Washington wearing a Roman toga! You can also visit historic Oakwood, which is a Victorian style neighborhood with ab old graveyard full of famous Raleigh residents. Be sure to take a walking tour through downtown Raleigh as well and stop inside the Executive Mansion to learn about how it was built.
For the history buff, almost every building in Raleigh has a story to tell.
