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Burlington,
North Carolina
nestles midway between the majestic Blue
Ridge Mountains and the Atlantic
Coast. Initially called “Company Shops”, Burlington
was the site of the North
Carolina Railroad offices until 1886. Once the railroad
shops closed, the citizens decided to change the town name to
Burlington. On February 14, 1893, Burlington officially became
an incorporated city.
According to the 2000
Census, Burlington is home to nearly 45,000 residents and
is the largest city in Alamance
County. Burlington is easily accessible via Interstates 40
and 85,
from the north, south, east and west. Burlington has
connections along the Amtrak
and Piedmont train routes and is a short distance away from
the Piedmont
Triad International Airport in Greensboro
and the Raleigh/Durham
International Airport.
Burlington, NC boasts a major base of industry, with
development quickly expanding into the retail and residential
sectors. Burlington supports a pro-business environment,
enhanced by its close proximity to the Piedmont
Triad. The Triad encompasses the region surrounding the
cities of Greensboro,
High
Point and Winston-Salem.
Long renowned as one of America’s
leading centers for manufacturing and transportation in the
southeast, the Triad offers Burlington residents convenient
access to its many benefits and resources.
Located along the Sunbelt in NC’s
scenic heartland, Burlington residents enjoy a mild climate
year round with four distinct seasons. Such inviting weather
affords ample time to explore all the sites and experiences
that Burlington has to offer. Popular destinations include
beautiful Lake
Mackintosh, the Aquatic
Center, Paramount
Theater and activities such as the Sunset Rhythms Concerts
held throughout area parks.
Among the lovely local parks is the Burlington City Park,
which offers carousel
rides, train rides and various sports facilities, with a
stream that winds its way throughout the grounds. This park
also hosts the annual Fourth of July fireworks festivities and
other community celebrations held throughout the year. The Burlington
Indians minor league baseball games also bring the
community together each summer.
Burlington, NC offers a walking tour of a delightful
residential area with a listing on the National
Register of Historic Places. This section of town has an
impressive array of architectural styles, with some homes that
date as far back as the late 1800’s. Downtown Burlington
features an ‘Art and Architecture’ tour of its historic
business district. This district also earned a listing on the
National Historic Register. Company Shops Depot, although no
longer a functioning train depot, now serves as a community
gathering place for concerts and other special activities.
Burlington,
North
Carolina has come a long way from its origins as a remote
stop on the North Carolina Railroad. With its excellent
schools, affordable cost of living, and diverse base of
employment, Burlington remains poised to experience vigorous
growth for many generations to come.
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