New Bern, North Carolina

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New Bern, North Carolina

Name

New Bern, North Carolina

Nomenclature and Geography

Category: Obec / Město

Summary

New Bern is the county seat of Craven County, North Carolina, situated at the confluence of the Neuse and Trent Rivers. Founded in 1710 by Swiss and Palatine colonists, it served as the first permanent capital of North Carolina. The city features extensive historic districts.

Statistics

Area

76.86 km²

Population

31,291

Location