There's something for everyone - and every bride - in North Carolina. From the
Blue Ridge Mountains to the Outer Banks, the Old North State is very Southern, indeed.
North Carolina
- Capital: Raleigh
- Biggest city: Charlotte
- Population: 9.752 million
- Best known for its: BBQ
Pick my peas! Did you know...
North Carolina boasts two distinct BBQ styles
Eastern-style is a whole-hog vinegar-based BBQ; Lexington-style uses a sweet red sauce and only the pig shoulder.
North Carolina state flower
Pick my peas! Did you know...
North Carolina is the home of the Krispy Kreme doughnut
These famous hot doughtnuts are found all over the state, as well as on late-night snack trays at many NC weddings.
