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North Carolina Vacation Fun Facts

Birthplace of Pepsi

In his pharmacy on this spot, Caleb Bradham invented Brad's Drink, which later became known as Pepsi-Cola. Enjoy a Pepsi at the soda fountain today!

Address: Birthplace of Pepsi, 256 Middle Street, New Bern, North Carolina 28560; 252-636-5898. Web: http://www.pepsistore.com.

Dismal Swamp Canal

The Dismal Swamp Canal is the oldest continually operating canal in the United States.

Address: Dismal Swamp Canal Welcome
Center, 2356 Highway 17 N, South Mills,
North Carolina 27976-9425; 252-771-8333;
877-771-8333; Fax: 252-771-2055.
Email: dscwelcome@camdencountync.gov.
Web: http://www.dismalswamp.com.