Place:Salisbury, Rowan, North Carolina, United States

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NameSalisbury
TypeCity
Coordinates35.668°N 80.479°W
Located inRowan, North Carolina, United States
Contained Places
Cemetery
Chesnut Hill Cemetery
Chestnut Hill Cemetery
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Salisbury is a city in the Piedmont region of North Carolina, United States; it has been the county seat of Rowan County since 1753 when its territory extended to the Mississippi River.[1] Located northeast of Charlotte and within its metropolitan area, the town has attracted a growing population. The 2020 census shows 35,580 residents.

Salisbury is the oldest continually populated colonial town in the western region of North Carolina. It is noted for its historic preservation, with five Local Historic Districts and ten National Register Historic Districts.

Soft drink producer Cheerwine and regional supermarket Food Lion are located in Salisbury and Rack Room Shoes was founded there.

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