Richmond, Virginia
Richmond has a rich and varied history, and is one of the top destinations for visitors to Virginia. From colonial times to the Civil War, Richmond was at the center of events in America. Colonial Williamsburg was one of America's first settlements, and its history and traditions remain with Richmond. So too remain the traditions of the genteel South. Richmond was the capital of the confederacy, and it has retained many of the historical aspects of old Southern culture. Richmond is not only the capital of Virginia, but its proximity to Jamestown and Yorktown make it a capital of sorts for the entire country.
History lovers will enjoy Richmond's own history and its access to historical locations in America. Jamestown, founded in 1607, is nearby. The Revolutionary War ended more almost 200 years later at Yorktown, also nearby Richmond. Richmond itself served as the capital of the Confederacy during the Civil War, and its museums dedicated to the war and the Confederacy are among the best in the nation. Richmond's Court End District contains seven National Historic Landmarks, three museums, and 11 more buildings on the National Register of Historic Places - all within eight blocks.
The Virginia countryside is particularly beautiful around Richmond, which straddles the Tidewater and Piedmont regions of Virginia. The beautiful landscape can be enjoyed any time of the year.
Richmond is only 100 miles from Washington, D.C., and it is much closer to so much history. With its wonderful Southern grace and charm, Richmond is truly a wonderful place to visit for those interested in American history and culture.