Fayetteville, North Carolina is an all-American
city with a proud past and a promising future. There is much to commend
Fayetteville as an attraction for tourists. Residents of the city consider
it an ideal place in which to live, work and bring up a family. Fayetteville
is known for its gracious hospitality and Southern charm.
Thousands
of soldiers and airmen reside at Fort Bragg and Pope Air Force Base in what
is one of the world’s largest military complexes. From Pope Air Force
Base, thousands of elite paratroopers deploy on missions to the world's hot
spots. Fayetteville’s colorful heritage includes historical leaders in the
armed forces who excelled during the Revolutionary War, the Civil War the
two world wars, and the war in Vietnam.
The
Airborne and Special Operations Museum alone is one of the area's premier
attraction. This state-of-the-art educational facility houses exhibits and
programs that speak to the honor, courage, duty, and heroic feats of this
unique sector of the American armed forces from its inception in 1940 to
present-day operations.
Although
the military presence provides the bedrock for Fayetteville’s economy,
many nationally and internationally known businesses originated in the
region. Today the Fayetteville area provides the nation with one of the most
diversified centers for manufacturing industries, which insures a solid
economic base from which to recruit new industries and to plan
comprehensive, long-term growth.
Telecommunications
figure prominently in the industry mix and are attracted to Fayetteville
because of the diverse labor force and the technological capability to
handle the needs of any new business.
Families
with children will find The Climbing Place an ideal location to work off
some of that boundless energy. Conveniently located in the downtown area,
the facility is professionally staffed and features every conceivable
climbing surface and configuration. There are climbing roofs, corners,
cracks, arches, slabs, aretes and lead routes. A great way to get in shape
while having fun at the same time.
In
the spring and summer, be sure to visit the Fayetteville Rose Garden. With
over 40,000 roses in bloom from March until October, it’s a sight you
won’t soon forget.
If
you happen to be visiting in late October, there is Historic Hauntings,
described as A Ghastly Ghost Tour. This annual special event features
"ghostly" re-enactors and story tellers highlighting the history
of Fayetteville and telling some of the spookier legends from Fayetteville's
history. Hayrides are available as well.
For
hikers, the Cape Fear region offers some challenging little hills. However,
not far to the west, an often-overlooked chain of ancient volcanoes provides
the adventure of an Appalachian adventure close at hand. The Uwharrie
Mountains rise to 1,000 feet over parts of Montgomery and Stanly counties,
about 90 minutes from Fayetteville. Although they are not far from home, the
mountains' isolated vistas, cool breezes, and unusual volcanic rock give
visitors the feeling of being a world away.
Fayetteville
State University, part of the UNC system, is the state’s fastest growing,
most rapidly advancing institution of higher education. The people of the
region are committed to maintaining excellence in educational programs. In
recent years the Fayetteville State University Bronco teams have brought
home 17 championships in football, basketball, golf, volleyball, tennis,
bowling, and softball.
Fayetteville
offers a variety of cultural venues for all ages and interests. The climate
is ideal, allowing for 6-8 months of water-sports activities. Whatever your
interests, stop by and spend some time in Fayetteville and surrounding areas
and see for yourself! Whenever you visit, whether for business or on
vacation; whether military or civilian, this charming North Carolina city
awaits you with a warm, welcoming smile.
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