Tucked in the ancient Appalachian Mountains of Southwest Virginia is a vibrant culture of tradition, food, music and craft. It’s a region of spectacular views, abundant outdoor recreation, and rich natural resources. Rooted deep in history, this culture is authentic… distinctive… alive.
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Southwest Virginia includes 19 counties, four independent cities, and 53 towns located on Virginia’s southern and western border. Its 8,600 square miles – more than a fifth of Virginia’s total – are located along mountain ridges and in fertile valleys, with two national parks, 11 state parks, and over a thousand square miles of national and state forests. It’s where you’ll find a culture of music and craft that is authentic, distinctive, and alive, as well as a natural landscape that is breathtaking in it