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West Virginia
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Known as the "Mountain State," West Virginia is the wildest and most natural state on the East Coast. With no coastline, a sparse population, and covered in forests, rivers, and waterfalls amid mountainous terrain, it is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts, offering everything from hiking and canoeing to skiing, climbing, and rafting.
Overview
Known as the "Mountain State," West Virginia is the wildest and most natural state on the entire East Coast. With no coastline, a sparse population, and communities that have long lived in isolation, it is covered in forests, rivers, lakes, and waterfalls amid mountainous terrain. West Virginia is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts, offering everything from hiking and canoeing to skiing, climbing, and rafting.
Key Facts
- Type of place: state.
- Code: WV
- Entry into the Union: 1863 (35th).
- Local time: .
- Capital: Charleston.
- Major cities: Charleston, Huntington, Morgantown...
- Population: 1,844,000 inhabitants (2015).
- Area: 62,809 km².
- Density: 29 inhabitants/km².
- Highest point: Spruce Knob (1,482 m).
- Lowest point: Potomac River (73 m).
- Coastline: 0 km (no coastline).
- Interests (out of ): Nature-adventure ; Culture ; Relaxation-holidays /.
- Website: http://visitwv.com