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Charleston is the capital and most populous city of the U.S. state of West Virginia and the county seat of Kanawha County. [7] Located at the confluence of the Elk and Kanawha rivers, the city had a population of 48,864 at the 2020 census and an estimated population of 48,018 in 2021.
Things to Do in Charleston, West Virginia: See Tripadvisor's 22,312 traveler reviews and photos of Charleston tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in June. We have reviews of the best places to see in Charleston. Visit top-rated & must-see attractions.
Plan Your Trip to Charleston: Best of Charleston Tourism. Once a frontier town and home to Daniel Boone, today Charleston is the historic, sophisticated capital of West Virginia and home to a variety of exciting cultural and recreational attractions.
Charleston. West Virginia’s capital city is perfectly positioned at the confluence of the Kanawha and Elk rivers. It’s also where three major interstates converge, making it a highly accessible destination for visitors looking for an affordable getaway.
May 16, 2024 · Charleston, city, capital of West Virginia, seat of Kanawha county, and the largest city in the state. It is situated in the Allegheny Mountains, at the confluence of the Elk and Kanawha rivers, in the south-central part of the state.
Charleston is the capital city of West Virginia, and our elected leaders and citizens work every day to develop our city as the cultural, recreational and business capital of the Appalachian Mountain region.
Charleston is a capital city with small town charm. Join us as we celebrate the arts, embrace great food and enjoy our heritage of outdoor recreation.
West Virginia’s capital city is set in a seriously sweet spot. On one side, the Kanawha River meets the Elk River; on the other, rolling hills offer a natural playground. This city’s small scale and well-defined districts and neighborhoods make it easy to walk or bike around.
With a population of about 49,000 in 2020, Charleston is the largest city in West Virginia. It's at the junction of Interstates 77, 79, and 64, as well as the confluence of the Elk and Kanawha Rivers, the latter of which flows prominently through the city.
Dec 28, 2023 · The stunning scenery is one of the top reasons to visit West Virginia. In a state engulfed with wilderness, it's no surprise that its capital city, Charleston, feels much more like a small town. That's really because it is, with a population that hovers just around 50,000.
