Charlotte, North Carolina is a city defined by unapologetic beauty and soul. Its skyline is often viewed as glass towers and a global banking hub; however, the powerhouse city is coming back to reclaim its crown. Named in 1768 after Queen Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz, the wife of British King George III, the city has not outgrown its royal lineage. “The Queen City” continues the legacy of Queen Charlotte through its bold artistic and musical livelihood, a tribute to her passions.