Virginia [VA] - USA

Virginia is a state in the eastern United States, located between the Atlantic Ocean and the Appalachian Mountains. Virginia borders Maryland, North Carolina, and West Virginia. Virginia's geography ranges from coastal plains in the east to forested mountainous regions in the west. Historically, Virginia has played a central role in the formation of the United States, with Jamestown being the first permanent English settlement in North America, founded in 1607. Virginia's capital is Richmond, while its largest city is Virginia Beach. Virginia's economy is diverse, encompassing areas such as agriculture, the military, engineering, and government. Its proximity to Washington, D.C., makes the northern part of the state a center for federal government and related activities. Virginia has several transportation routes, including highways, railroads, and airports, as well as ports on the Chesapeake Bay. Virginia's climate is predominantly humid subtropical, with hot summers and mild to cool winters, especially in the southern and coastal regions.