What is the Triangle in NC?
Abstract
The Research Triangle area in North Carolina is named after the three prestigious universities of Duke, UNC-Chapel Hill, and North Carolina State University. Research Triangle Park The Research Triangle Park, which is also known as RTP, established itself in 1959 and became a primary driver for economic growth in the Triangle area. It's fairly close to the middle of the 'Triangle' and thus the name Research Triangle Park. Oftentimes the Research Triangle Park is referred to as a miniature Silicon Valley thanks to the density of technology companies that operate in the area. Raleigh-Durham Airport Located near the Research Triangle Park you'll find the Raleigh-Durham International Airport which is continually growing, adding new flights, and bringing in new airlines to assist with the increased demand of folks doing business and living in the Triangle. Moving to the Triangle Area If you're one of the many folks moving to the Triangle area you'll likely want to contact a local real estate company to help assist you in researching the area. Homes in the Triangle One of the many reasons so many people are moving to the Triangle is the affordability of homes for sale in our area.