Virginia's Appalachia

The National Geographic has featured 356 sites of the Appalachia in its April 2005 Traveler magazine, promoting Geotourism — tourism that sustains/enhances the geographical character of a place.

Highlights in Virginia include 33 sites in the Heart of Appalachia, Shenandoah Valley and Blue Ridge Highlands regions that sustain and enhance the integrity of Appalachian culture, the natural areas, its history and heritage festivals.

Learn more about the 33 sites and other great Appalachia attractions and festivals by checking out the following highlights: Culture, Nature, History, and Festivals.