Virginia Essential Info
Overview
Old Dominion is rich with history and stunning scenery! Hit up Colonial Williamsburg for a real trip back in time, take a cruise down Skyline Drive in Shenandoah National Park for some of the park's most captivating views, make a wish at Luray Caverns, and top off your trip with stop by the seashore in Virginia Beach.
Basics
Best Time To Go
May-Jun, Sep-Oct
Current Weather
40 °F
Clear
Fun Facts
- Virginia was named after England's "Virgin Queen," Elizabeth I.
- Seven U.S. Presidents are buried in Virginia,.
- More than half of the 4,000 grueling battles that were fought in the Civil War took place on Virginia soil.
- Virginia's nickname is “Mother of Presidents” because eight U.S. presidents were born in the state.
- The Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel in Virginia, is the world's largest bridge-tunnel complex.
Popular Foods
- Pork O Rama
- Ham Biscuits