World / USA / North Carolina / Raleigh, 5 km from center Coordinates: 35°46'49"N   78°38'20"W

North Carolina State Capitol
North Carolina State Capitol

The cornerstone of this Greek Revival masterpiece was laid in 1833 and the building completed in 1840. It was designed by Ithiel Town, A.J. Davis Paton. The granite used in its construction was excavated from a local quarry.

www.ah.dcr.state.nc.us/sections/hs/capitol/default.htm
Wikipedia: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/North_Carolina_State_Capitol
Category: building capitol


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