The state capital of North Carolina, Raleigh is a booming city, and one of the fastest growing in the US according to the 2008 Census. Famed for its greenery, the City of Oaks has a rich cultural heritage, with over 15 museums, art galleries and centers of performing arts to keep visitors amused, in addition to strong industrial and commercial sectors, providing employment for the majority of its 400,000 residents.
For sports fans, Raleigh is home to professional teams in hockey, soccer and baseball, and hosts a PGA Nationwide Tour event at the Wakefield Plantation on an annual basis, while its University system ensures a consistently vibrant and diverse student population.With five shopping malls in the city alone, and a number of annual film and performing arts festivals in neighboring cities, Raleigh is a great place to visit that's bound to offer something for all the family.
