Eastern North Carolina is known for its 300-mile stretch of beautiful sandy beaches that kiss the Atlantic Ocean. The region is also rich in history: It is home to Battleship North Carolina, Cape Hatteras and a half-dozen other lighthouses, and the birthplace of aviation, the Wright Brothers Memorial. The region also features vibrant agricultural, education and health care sectors.
BIGGEST COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES
- East Carolina University, Greenville
- UNC Wilmington
- UNC Pembroke
- Fayetteville State University
- Fayetteville Technical Community College
- Cape Fear Community College
- Pitt Community College
ATTRACTIONS
- Cape Hatteras Lighthouse and Wright Brothers Memorial, the Outer Banks
- Historic Tryon Palace, New Bern
- Battleship North Carolina, Wilmington
- Airlie Gardens, Wilmington
- 1886 Roanoke River Lighthouse, Edenton
- North Carolina Aquariums: Kure Beach, Roanoke Island, Nags Head and Pine Knoll Shores
- Fort Fisher State Historic Site, Kure Beach
- N.C. Maritime Museums: Beaufort, Hatteras, Southport
INDUSTRIES
- Aerospace and defense
- Agriculture
- Biotechnology
- Marine trades
- Metalworking
- Textiles
- Tourism
REGION FOCUS
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