A Video of Wilmington, North Carolina
Wilmington, NC has an estimated population of 91,137 people and is located in New Hanover County, which has a total population of 168,088 people.
A well-known coastal town, Wilmington NC is rich in history. Wilmington's downtown is one of the largest districts on the National List of Historic Places.
The historic downtown encompasses about 230 blocks that are filled with multi-use buildings, restaurants, bed and breakfasts, offices and residences, all with their own historic flair.
Historic tours are offered via horse and carriage, trolley or a guided walk by one of Wilmington's citizens. Wilmington sits on the banks of the Cape Fear River.
East and south of the city center are several beautiful, white sand beaches; Kure Beach, Carolina Beach and Wrightsville Beach to name a few.
Known as, “The Port of Pleasure and Progress,” Wilmington once made its living through shipping, and now prospers off of a thriving film industry and tourism.
Located in the southeastern corner of the state Wilmington provides access to many great beaches, and other Southern cities.
Raleigh, NC and Fayetteville, NC are two hours north, Myrtle Beach, SC is about an hour and a half south, and Charleston, SC is about three and a half hours south.
See you next week!
About Bob Bencivenga
 |
Bob Bencivenga is a professional site locator and location analyst for major corporations and has been researching the growth of NC and SC to find the Best Places to Retire or Relocate that are still affordable. |
| Visit his blog The Carolina Report and sign up for FREE updates by email,his FREE Affordable Best Places To Live Report and, get FREE Expert Advice on how to find Your Best Place to Retire or Relocate to in North Carolina and South Carolina, additional resources, and a lot more.
Bob does not sell real estate. |
 |
Learn About Living In NC!
