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North Carolina has a rich history. Named in honor of King Charles I, its Belmont Abbey was the first abbey cathedral built in the Western Hemisphere. While a member of the Confederacy, it was the last state to secede from the Union. After the Civil War, it became the birthplace of Pepsi Cola, where it was invented in 1898. Other attractions include the Hatteras Lighthouse, and the outdoor theater, including the first outdoor theater. University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill is known to produce many great basketball players. Experience southern charm, golf your way through the state or learn everything about motorsports.
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