It dated back to when Charlotte was just a trading post at Trade and Tryon.The early residents of Charlotte would walk or ride their horses to Trade and Tryon to buy and sell their goods. They literally had to go uphill so they would say they were going “Up to Town”. It later was shortened […]
Why is Charlotte known as the Hornet’s Nest?
The phrase “Hornets” has been associated with Charlotte since the time of the Revolutionary War. Because of Charlotte’s fierce resistance to British occupation, British commander Lord Cornwallis refered to the city as it as “a veritable nest of hornets.” Why is Charlotte called the hornets nest? The county and city were named in honor of […]
What is Charlotte North Carolina known for?
Q: What is Charlotte, NC, known for?It is home to the NFL’s Carolina Panthers and the NBA’s Charlotte Hornets (formerly Bobcats), and it is a NASCAR epicenter and home to the NASCAR Hall of Fame. Charlotte is also known for its historical architecture. What is so great about Charlotte NC? Charlotte, affectionately nicknamed the Queen […]