Chapel Hill and neighboring Carrboro form the smallest of the three points of the Research Triangle Area. Chapel Hill is unique in its lifestyle and uncommonly beautiful in its scenery. It is considered an ideal place to live by many and residents take great pride in its enticing quality of life.

Called the "Southern Part of Heaven," Chapel Hill is a university town which has reserved the quaintness and charm of a village while enjoying the amenities of a lively, cosmopolitan metropolis. Additionally, several cooperative research projects between corporations in the Research Triangle Park, the town and the University are attracting service and supply firms. This is growth and development adds even greater variety to an unusually diverse University town.

Located in Orange County, Chapel Hill is about 10-15 minutes from the Research Triangle Park and 35 minutes from Raleigh. Chapel Hill is home to the University of North Carolina. Founded in 1795, it is the nation's first and oldest state supported University and is ranked as one of the top ten in the country.

The history of Chapel Hill is linked to University and the college continues to be the town's major employer. It serves as a focal point for many community activities including theater, concerts, guest speakers and championship sports.

The town is nationally recognized for its high-quality public education system. Excellent health care services are provided by UNC hospitals and nearby medical services in Durham.

The village is well-known for the variety and quality of its restaurants. Shopping is interesting and plentiful at regional malls and small shops.

The diversity of the population stimulates an astounding array of cultural, entertainment, recreational and enrichment offerings. A few of the special attractions are the Morehead Planetarium, the Arts Center, the North Carolina Botanical Gardens, and the Ackland Art Museum.

Chapel Hill and Carrboro are district communities with separate governments but a common school system. The towns share all amenities including the YMCA and a gymnastic center.

Carrboro's growing population is expected to continue to increase. New subdivision and developments testify to an increasing residential demand. Carr Mill Mall with numerous specialty shops has added Talbot's as a tenant signifying the growing interest in Carrboro's future expansion. Although it is considered a suburb of Chapel Hill, Carrboro has a distinct character of its own.

While growth in Chapel Hill and Carrboro has been the most restricted of the Triangle communities, recent development in both towns has broadened the housing market considerably. New construction in a wide variety of styles is available as well as the traditional homes in the more established neighborhoods.

Chapel Hill and Carrboro offer big city life and small town living. The cosmopolitan atmosphere, abundant resources and amenities, and the aura of the best college town in America, contribute to the charm and appeal of this community. The youthful enthusiasm of the student population blends easily with professionals, executives, artists, retirees and world-famous people, all fitting naturally into a way of life that is Chapel Hill.