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Although colonized as part of Virginia in the early 17th century, West Virginia went its own way and formed its own government when Virginia seceded from the Union in 1861. West Virginia was granted official statehood two years later.

Today, the Mountain State holds its own as a vacation destination with unique culture and pride in its history and traditions, hillbilly rock and blue grass music festivals, spectacular scenery & other West Virginia summer vacation fun.

In summer, the state is alive with tourists lured by natural beauty found in West Virginia mountains, state parks and forests including Greenbrier State Forest, Camp Creek State Park and Kanawha State Forest.

West Virginia Wild and Wonderful - The official state guide with facts & information on the city to the mountains with details on outdoor fun, historic & cultural centers, including pictures, interactive maps.

West Virginia Online - An extensive state directory to travel & tourism, recreation, education, services, manufacturing and anything else you ever wanted to know about West Virginia.

West Virginia Attractions. Roadside America - Offbeat attractions throughout the state including looks at the West Virginia State Penitentiary tour, the world's largest teapot, and other weird & wonderful West Virginia attractions.

Charleston Convention and Visitors Bureau - The state's capitol city mixing metro hustle & bustle with country charm in photos & historic highlights, including information on shopping, dining, sightseeing, maps & calendar of events.

Wheeling West Virginia Convention and Visitor's Bureau - The official travel guide with what to see and do, hotel & restaurant guides, nearby attractions, and a complete separate guide to Wheeling historical & cultural sites.

West Virginia Summer Vacation Calendar:

also see -> West Virginia Beaches | West Virginia Wineries

West Virginia Fall Foliage | Christmas in West Virginia

Moving to West Virginia

also see related feature -> West Virginia Travel Tips