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Unusual Attractions in Charlotte

Charlotte, North Carolina

David Černý's Metalmorphosis

A psychological self-portrait in the form of a giant, segmented head.

Charlotte, North Carolina

Musical Parking Garage

This nine-story building can be played like an instrument.

Charlotte, North Carolina

McGill Rose Garden

This scented city oasis was a labor of love.

Charlotte, North Carolina

Big Rock Nature Preserve

These strange large stones served as a campsite and lookout post for generations of Native Americans.

Charlotte, North Carolina

Hilton Sisters Grave

Conjoined twins Daisy and Violet Hilton were stars of the vaudeville circuit.

Charlotte, North Carolina

Wall Poems of Charlotte

Colorful murals stationed throughout Charlotte bring poetry to everyone.

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Upper Room Chapel

A replica of where the Last Supper was held.

11 miles from Charlotte

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Unique Food & Drink in Charlotte

Livermush

North Carolina's “poor man’s pâté” is rich in flavor.

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Escape: Forage & Fiddle in Asheville

Harvest wild food and learn about Appalachian culture in the Blue Ridge Mountains.

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