Northern Virginia, the populous area bordering Washington, D.C., is influenced by the city's culture. | ||
Eastern Virginia includes such tourist hot-spots as Colonial Williamsburg and Virginia Beach. | ||
Central Virginia is home to Richmond, Virginia's capital city, and features historic sites from the Revolutionary and Civil Wars. | ||
Southwest Virginia, also known as Virginia's highlands, is a mainly rural region defined by its Appalachian heritage. | ||
Shenandoah Valley is bordered by the Blue Ridge Mountains, a region to enjoy nature at Shenandoah National Park. |