Durham, North Carolina

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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https://smallwhale.org/articles/durham-north-carolina

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1. Where is Durham, North Carolina?East-central Piedmont region of North Carolina, USA
2. How many people live in Durham, North Carolina?283,506 (2020 census)
3. How big is Durham, North Carolina?Approximately 98 square miles
4. What is the capital of Durham, North Carolina?County seat of Durham County; not a state capital
5. What language do people speak in Durham, North Carolina?English is the predominant language; Spanish is also spoken
6. When was Durham, North Carolina built?Railway depot established in 1849

Piedmont Region: A geographical area of rolling hills and plateaus situated between the Appalachian Mountains and the Atlantic Coastal Plain.
County Seat: The principal town or city of a county, serving as its administrative center and location of government offices.
Research Triangle Park (RTP): A major research park located near Durham, Raleigh, and Chapel Hill, housing numerous technology and science-based companies and institutions.
Neo-Gothic Architecture: A style of architecture that revived and elaborated upon the forms of the original Gothic style, often characterized by pointed arches, ribbed vaults, and ornate decoration.