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About Richmond Virginia
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Richmond is a preferred destination 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 resonate with
those of Richmond. Richmond was the
capital of the confederacy, and it has
retained many of the historical aspects
of traditional Southern culture.
Richmond is not only the capital of
Virginia, but its proximity to
Jamestown, Yorktown, and other
significant areas of early settlement,
make it an historical hub of sorts for
the entire country. 0
An economically progressive city and
Virginia’s capital, Richmond offers a
wealth of amenities not easily found
among other East Coast municipalities.
Richmond’s complete livability can be
measured in numerous ways: beautiful
neighborhoods with striking
architecture; a vast cultural and
educational heritage befitting its
nearly 200,000 citizens; and noted
historic prestige tracing back to the
early English settlers.
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Nationally recognized for its
vitality and New Economy embrace,
Richmond’s diversified employment base
extends from chemical, food and tobacco
manufacturing to biotechnology,
semiconductors and high-tech fibers. The
city consistently ranks among “Best
Places to Live and Work in America” in
several national publications.
Richmond is among a handful of mid-sized
cities to offer a flourishing cultural
community enhanced by several
first-class museums and prominent
universities, its own symphony,
professional ballet and opera, and
numerous theater companies and art
galleries.
While offering easy access to the ocean,
mountains and Washington, D.C., Richmond
is only 100 miles from Washington, D.C.,
giving visitors access to all that the
nation's Capitol has to offer. With its
genteel Southern grace and charm, it is
always a pleasure to spend time in
Richmond: a center of culture and
education.
Richmond
features countless pastimes at home.
Trendy boutiques and restaurants,
numerous sports and entertainment
attractions, outdoor pursuits among one
of the nation’s largest river park
systems, and a treasure trove of
historic landmarks provide fun times
galore.
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