| Census Bureau Report |
| Time Zone: Eastern |
| Capital: Raleigh |
| Statehood Date: 11/21/1789 |
| Statehood Order: 12 |
| Flower: Flowering Dogwood |
| Bird: Cardinal |
| Land: 48718 Sq. Miles |
| Water: 5103 Sq. Miles |
| Rank In Area Size: 28 |
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| North Carolina is one of the original 13 states. North Carolina is the northern portion of the original 1629 land grant made by England's King Charles I, which was named in his honor (Carolus is Latin for Charles). One of its major industries is tourism, as many Americans travel to the state to enjoy its beautiful beaches. |
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