Cities are known by their unique features and attributes. For Charlotte, that has been two decades of remarkable growth fueled by new residents and relocated companies, which sparked evertaller skyscrapers, new airport runways, and an expanding metro footprint. And more residents, skyscrapers, and runways are expected to come. Yet for all its growth, Charlotte remains a big city with smalltown charm. A place where strangers on the street nod or say hello. A town where residents get bigcity amenities without bigcity headaches. Charlotte North Carolina: A Photographic Portrait highlights these charms and amenities. Whether you're in Charlotte now or are planning to visit, this visual journey will help you find your way around this everchanging city.