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Geography of West Virginia
Geographical Facts About West Virginia General Features West Virginia is a state located in the South Atlantic and the Appalachian region of the United States. The state is bordered on the north by Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Maryland; on the east and south by Virginia; and on the west by Kentucky and Ohio. The geographic center of the state is located in Braxton County. The landscape of the state can be divided in to two land divisions: Appalachian Ridge and Valley Region: Extending from northeast portion of west Virginia to the eastern one-sixth of the state, is a forested area known as the Appalachian Ridge and Valley Region. The area is composed of many forests, mountains, caves and underground streams. Spruce Knob, the highest point in West Virginia, lies in this region. Appalachian Plateau: The region lying to the west of the Appalachian Ridge and Valley Region, is known as the Appalachian Plateau. It covers five-sixths of West Virginia. The area comprises rugged hills. Climate of West Virginia West Virginia has a humid sub-tropical climate with hot and humid summers while the winters are generally mild. The highest temperature recorded in West Virginia was 44ºC, on July 10, 1935 at Martinsburg. The state recorded its lowest temperature of '38ºC, on December 30, 1917 at Lewisburg. The climate is foggy in valleys of the Kanawha section, especially the Tygart Valley. It is also one of the cloudiest states in the United States. Mountains West Virginia has many high mountain ranges. The highest point in the state is Spruce Knob. The other major mountains are: Rivers The major rivers in the state of West Virginia are: Lakes The major lakes in the state of West Virginia are:

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Flag of West Virginia The official flag of West Virginia has a white background with a dark blue border and the emblem of the state in the center.
Map of West Virginia
Explore the map of West Virginia, the 38th most populous, the 41st most populous, and the 2nd lowest household income of the 50 US states. The largest city and its capital is Charleston. Home to the third largest cave in the United States and the second tallest steel arch bridge in the country, West Virginia is more than just your eyes. The West Virginia map is an ideal travel guide.
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Located in the Appalachian region of the southern United States, West Virginia is the 41st largest state in the country by area. With a population of 1,844,128 people as of 2015, West Virginia is the 38th most populous state in the country. Charleston is the capital and largest city of West Virginia. Comprised of 55 counties, West Virginia is also known as the Mountain State.
History of West Virginia
Between 1607 and 1776, West Virginia formed part of the British Colony of Virginia. After the American Revolution, it became the western part of Virginia, which remained until 1863. With the outbreak of the American Civil War, which lasted from 1861 to 1865, the people of Virginia voted. secession from the Union. However, people in western Virginia, where there are many hills and obstacles, have opposed the idea of secession. In support of the Union, they established their own state and it was called West Virginia. On June 20, 1863, the new state of West Virginia was recognized by Congress as a state. As a major coal-producing state, West Virginia supplies 15% of the US coal.
Geography of West Virginia
West Virginia covers and covers 24,229.76 square miles. The state shares borders with Pennsylvania, Maryland, Virginia, Ohio, and Kentucky. West Virginia is largely a mountainous state. At 4,863 feet tall, the Spruce Knob is the highest point in the state. West Virginia has a humid subtropical climate. In addition to the Spruce Knob, the prominent mountains in the state are Spruce Mountain, Mount Porte Crayon, Bald Knob, White Top, among others. The famous rivers in the state are the New River, Ohio River, Shenandoah River, Tug Fork, Wheeling Creek, to name a few.
Tourist destinations in West Virginia
West Virginia is dotted with many attractions. The Seneca Caves are believed to have been used by the Seneca for refuge in the early 1400s. Blackwater Falls State Park is named the dark waters of the Blackwater River. Relive the golden age of steam at the Cass Scenic Rail Park. Some other popular attractions are the West Virginia State Museum at the Cultural Center, West Virginia State Capitol, Monongahela National Forest, West Virginia Prison and Snowshoe.
Transportation in West Virginia
West Virginia's main airport is Yeager Airport located in Charleston. Amtrak's two routes pass through West Virginia and this is the Cardinal route, which runs between New York and Chicago, and Capitol Limited, between Washington DC and Chicago. Bus service is provided by Greyhound. The main federal routes in West Virginia are I-64, I-77 and I-79.
Education in West Virginia
Some of the most popular colleges and universities in West Virginia are West Virginia University, West Virginia State University, West Liberty University, Charleston University, Shepherd University and Salem International University, ...
Interesting facts about West Virginia
West Virginia kept the distinction of being the only state of the country to split from a Southern Union state during the American Civil War. It separates from Virginia.
In 2010, Forbes ranked Morgantown as the 10th best small city in the nation to do business.
West Virginia is a leading coal producer.

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