Everything You Need To Know About West Virginia
West Virginia
STATE FACTS
State Motto: Montani Semper Liberi (Mountaineers are Always Free)
State Capital: Charleston
State Population: About 1.8 million people
Nickname: The Mountain State
Abbreviation: WV
Region: South East
Year of Statehood: 1863
States That Share a Border:
- Pennsylvania
- Maryland
- Virginia
- Kentucky
- Ohio
STATE SYMBOLS
Bird: Northern Cardinal
Flower: Rhododendron
Tree: Sugar Maple
Flag: Flag of West Virginia
Animal: Black Bear
5 FAMOUS LANDMARKS:
New River Gorge Bridge – Iconic steel arch bridge and site of BASE jumping events.
Harpers Ferry National Historical Park – Historic town known for John Brown’s raid and Civil War history.
Seneca Rocks – Famous rock formation popular for climbing and hiking.
Cass Scenic Railroad State Park – Heritage railroad through beautiful mountain scenery.
Blackwater Falls State Park – Known for its striking amber-colored waterfall.
5 FAMOUS FOODS:
Pepperoni Roll – Soft bread roll filled with pepperoni, a local favorite lunch snack.
Ramp Dishes – Wild onions (ramps) used in soups, egg dishes, or sauces.
Biscuits and Sausage Gravy – A hearty breakfast classic.
Apple Stack Cake – Layered apple cake, traditional in Appalachian cuisine.
Fried Trout – Freshwater trout, often pan-fried with local seasonings.
West Virginia Maps
West Virginia Map – Default view is great for cities. Terrain view is great for physical features.
5 INTERESTING FACTS
West Virginia separated from Virginia during the Civil War in 1863.
The state is famous for its Appalachian Mountains and outdoor recreation.
The New River Gorge is one of the oldest rivers in North America.
West Virginia hosts one of the largest rodeos east of the Mississippi, the Pendleton County Buckwheat Festival.
Coal mining has been a major part of West Virginia’s history and culture.
Here’s a video about the state of West Virginia by Homeschool Pop on Youtube.
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