With an estimated population of 2.6 million, Charlotte—aka The Queen City—is a unique melting pot of southern charm and urban energy. This city will sweep you off your feet with all that it has to offer, from its four distinct seasons to its dining, shopping and entertainment options.

21 communities and nearly 199 neighborhoods guarantee that you’ll always find something to do in Charlotte. In Uptown, catch a Carolina Panthers game at Bank of America Stadium or visit the NASCAR Hall of Fame, Bechtler Museum of Modern Art or 7^th Street Public Market. Noda serves as a mecca for arts and brews; sample beer at Heist Brewery and Birdsong Brewing Co. or check out Pura Vida Worldly Art. Take the light rail to South End and visit a lively neighborhood with historic roots, where old mills have been converted into shopping districts and trendy housing. Shop at High Cotton Home Company and Atherton Mill and Market, indulge in Korean-style wings at Seoul Food Meat Company or meet up with friends at Hoppin’. Hang lakeside in the beautiful Cornelius neighborhood; find adventure at Bailey Road Park or set up some chairs and take in the view of Lake Norman at Jetton Park. Attend the Carolina Renaissance Festival, the award-winning Yiasou Greek Festival, Taste of Charlotte or the popular craft beer and burger festival Moo and Brew Fest.

If you’re thinking of relocating to Charlotte, start looking for an amazing new company to work for. Major employers in the area include ABB, Bayer, Duke Energy, Bank of America, Clariant Corp and Lab Corp. Colleges include the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, Queens University of Charlotte, Johnson C. Smith University, Carolinas College of Health Sciences and King’s College, perfect for local academics! Use I-77, I-85 and I-485, Routes 21 and 74, and the Lynx light rails to commute through, in and out of Charlotte. Just west of downtown is the conveniently located Charlotte Douglas International Airport.

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