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City in North Carolina, United States
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Salisbury is a city in the Piedmont region of North Carolina. This town stemming back to the mid-18th century along Native American trade routes and transitioning through Revolutionary and Civil War and agricultural, industrial, and post-industrial times has a downtown quarter numbered with boutique shops and a popular transportation museum nearby.
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It was turned into a grand Southern residence in the 19th century from its original purpose as a female academy.
Annual fundraising tour of historic homes.
Near site of Confederate prison; contains monuments from many Northern states mourning their dead.
Free admission. Mini golf, carousel, mini-train, gem-panning, and paddle boats available on a for-fee basis. Reservations accepted for shelters. Girl Scout Holly Hut camping facility.
Has a great view of most of rowan county and the surrounding counties.
Has a lot to see, plan for spending about 2-3 hours looking around.
Local bowling center with leagues and frequent specials. Call for current specials and lane availability.
Excellent collection of genealogical materials.
Hot dogs, hamburgers, and local soda in glass bottles from a tiny storefront. Bring cash.
Deli with excellent homemade ice cream.
•119 rooms including accessible rooms, fully equipped business center, outdoor swimming pool, free hot breakfast, free high-speed internet access in every room, fitness center.
A store that offers antiques and no-vintage items.
Independent bookshop.
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