Its origins lie in the 12th century when fishermen living along the banks of the River Amstel built a bridge across the waterway near the IJ, then a large saltwater inlet. Most of the city’s territory is below sea level and therefore it lies on land that has been reclaimed from the ...
cities like Richmond and Arlington offer a more urban vibe with thriving arts scenes, diverse culinary offerings and a fast-paced lifestyle. This cultural diversity ensures that whether you prefer small-town living or city excitement, Virginia has something for everyone. ...
Explore the best places to live in Virginia based on crime, public schools, cost of living, real estate, and local amenities.
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Sussex County offers the quiet small town life you're searching for. If you want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the urban areas but still want to know your neighbors, considering living in Sussex's most cohesive small towns Wakefield, Waverly, or Stony Creek. ...
West Virginia ranks among the most rural states in the country, with some two-thirds of its total population living in rural, usually nonfarm, areas or in towns with fewer than 2,500 inhabitants. Broad, level ridgetops and valley bottoms are commonly cleared for agriculture and commercial and...
Davis and Thomas, West Virginia, are small towns only two miles away from each other, and both communities benefit from year-round tourism. Bringing skiers in the winter and hikers in the summer, the two towns have a little bit of something for everyone. Both towns also offer venues to sh...
The county was returned to Virginia in 1846 and was renamed Arlington in 1920 for the former estate of the Custis-Lee families. Arlington has developed from a number of small villages (including Arlington, the county seat) into an integral part of metropolitan Washington. Governed as a unit, ...
When Jeffers’ husband, John Dush, summons the inn’s guests to breakfast, I realize that I am ravenous and ready for a second cup of Riverbend Blend; the Inn’s custom coffee is roasted in small batches in nearby Riner. (Photo by Kyle LaFerriere) ...
Virginia is full of medium-sized towns that you will love living in for sure, but for those of us that prefer a smaller scale experience, there will always beMiddleburg. Middleburg can be found in Loudoun County, and it is often times referred to as the best small town in Virginia by ...