Raleigh, North Carolina
Raleigh and the greater Triangle area repeatedly wins awards and accolades as being one of the top places to live in the United States. Close access to an international airport, cultural and sporting venues, major universities and medical facilities, strong economy, affordable cost of living and comfortable year-round climate, all contribute to the areas appeal. The area boasts professional and collegiate sports teams, a wide array of recreational activities and a pleasant, warm inviting feel.
Area attractions include:
-Golfing at some of the finest courses in the country
-NHL Stanley Cup winning Carolina Hurricanes
-Durham Bulls & Carolina Mudcats minor league baseball clubs
-Art and other museums including NC Museums of Art, Life & Science, History, & Natural Science, and Exploris.
-State and local parks, lakes, and recreation areas
-Major colleges and universities including, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Duke University, and North Carolina State University
-Local movie theatres, opera, symphony, theatre and other cultural activities
-Concerts and performing arts at the RBC Center, Walnut Creek Pavilion and Cary’s Regency Park
Useful Links
Area Overview:
Greater Raleigh Convention and Visitors Bureau
Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce
Utilities:
Electric Service: Progress Energy
Telephone Service: AT&T (formerly BellSouth)
Cable Service: Time Warner
Gas Service: PSNC
Government Services:
City of Raleigh
Wake County County Government
NC Department of Motor Vehicles
FIRE, Police Ambulance: Dial 911
Health Care:
Rex Healthcare
Duke University Health System
UNC Health Care
Education:
Wake County Public Schools
Duke University
North Carolina State University
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Entertainment:
RBC Center
Koka Booth Amphitheatre at Regency Park
Progress Energy Center for the Performing Arts
Walnut Creek Amphitheatre
Recreation:
NC Museum of Life & Science
NC Museum of History
NC Museum of Art
NC Museum of Natural Sciences
Exploris Museum
Wake County Public Libraries
Triangle Walking Trails
Umstead State Park
Falls Lake State Park
Jordan Lake State Park


