Charlotte is a major city and commercial hub in North Carolina. A friendly, diverse and creative class of people who thrive on adventure, inclusiveness and the constant curiosity to seek what’s on the horizon. Offering a combination of laid back Southern charm, small town friendliness, and a robust business and commerce scene, Charlotte is one of the fastest growing metropolitan areas in the nation. Charlotte is home to the NASCAR Hall of Fame and Discovery Place, a science museum with hands-on exhibits fun for the whole family. Charlotte, commonly referred to as the Queen City, is focused on areas including housing and neighborhood development, environmental services, community safety, economic development, and transportation. With a booming economy and growing population, Charlotte is a great location for leisure travelers and businesses of all kinds.