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The city of Winston-Sale in the state of North Carolina. The name itself implies that it is the center of the tobacco industry. Previously, it was the site of two towns, Window and Seychelles, which merged in 1913. Seychelles itself was founded in 1753, but a century later Óínstón was founded.
One of the highlights of Lake Seychelles is the redevelopment of the old village museum, which includes a whole group of different structures. The attractions of Old Salem include museums of toys and decorative arts, a tavern, as well as reconstructions of ancient villages. The city is rightly called the Center for Art and Innovation.
There are many educational institutions, including the university. Many offices of major corporations are located here. There are also many art galleries and an opera house. The tallest building in the city is 100 North Main Street, which is 34 stories and one hundred and forty feet high.
The Reynolda Gardens are also a feature of historic Sailem. They are open every day to anyone who wants them. Today, the gardens contain an enormous variety of plants, including fruit trees, flowers, roses, living gardens, as well as tea houses, pantries and bejewels.
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- Air quality: 36 US AQI Good. Air quality is satisfactory, and air pollution poses little or no risk.
- Tap water: Yes, safe to drink
- Religious government: Non-religious
- Population: 250,000 people
- GDP: $57,808 / year
- Foreigners can own real estate: Yes
- Power outlets: 115V60Hz
- Internet: 42 Mbps
- Best wireless: T-Mobile
- Pay without cash: Yes, cards OK almost everywhere
- Tipping: How much should I tip at a restaurant? A gratuity of 15 to 20 per cent on top of the bill (before sales tax) is standard, with 25 per cent given for topnotch service. Servers in America work hard for the money – they’re generally friendly, knowledgeable and willing to go the extra mile for customers.
- Apartment listings: Craigslist
- Apartments: Airbnb
- Hotels: Booking.com
- More hotels: Hotels.com
- Best taxi: Uber
- Online electronics shop: Amazon
- Best intl air carrier: Delta
- Monthly costs for expat: $2200
- Monthly costs for family: $4000
- Monthly costs for local: $1150
- Meal: $8.5
- Small Cola: $1.7
- Beer 1 Pint: $5
- Coffee: $3.5
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