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North Carolina is the 28th largest and 9th most populous of the United States. It is situated along the eastern coast, having borders with South Carolina, Georgia, Tennessee, and Virginia. Nicknamed the 'Old North State' and 'Tar Heel State', North Carolina has a large variety of landscapes, including coastal plains to the east and mountainous area to the west. The state covers an area of 53,819 square miles and is made up of 100 counties. The economy of North Carolina is particularly diverse, with the state leading the way in sectors like banking, tobacco, textiles, and furniture production. The capital city of North Carolina is Raleigh, while its largest city is Charlotte. Here are some additional details and overviews of the biggest cities in North Carolina.
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