Williamsburg ghost tour

5 Historical Places to Visit in Virginia

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January 18th 2018
The state of Virginia has always been known for its incredibly rich and deep history. One of its nicknames is the Old Dominion, because it was the first and oldest overseas dominion of the kings and queens of England. Another one of its nicknames is the Mother of Presidents, because eight US presidents were born there—more than any other state. A trip to Virginia would not be complete without pa ... read more

North America » United States » Virginia

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Britain's American colonies broke with the mother country in 1776 and were recognized as the new nation of the United States of America following the Treaty of Paris in 1783. During the 19th and 20th centuries, 37 new states were added to the origina... ... read more