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Roanoke ( / ˈroʊ.əˌnoʊk / ROH-ə-nohk) is an independent city in the U.S. state of Virginia. It is located in Southwest Virginia along the Roanoke River, in the Blue Ridge range of the greater Appalachian Mountains. Roanoke is approximately 50 miles (80 km) north of the Virginia– North Carolina border and 250 miles (400 km) southwest of ...
- 883–1,740 ft (269–530 m)
- Roanoke River
- None (Independent city)
- Virginia
- Geography and Climate of Roanoke
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- The Population and Economy of Roanoke
- Attractions in and Around Roanoke
Roanoke covers a total area of 110.99 sq. km, of which 110.13 sq. km is occupied by land, and 0.86 sq. km is covered by water. Roanoke is placed in Virginia's Ridge and Valley Province, just to the east of the Allegheny Mountains and west of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Being the chief municipality of the Roanoke Metropolitan Statistical Area, Roanoke...
The City of Roanoke's history dates back to the 1740s when the city was known as the "Capital of the Blue Ridge." Originally settled around 1740, it flourished after 1882 when it served as a junction for the Norfolk and Western and Shenandoah Valley Railroads, providing a route for coal reserves in West Virginiaand Virginia. Big Lick, founded in 18...
Roanoke is the 326th largest city in the United States and has 100,011 residents, as per the latest US Census. Roanoke's population has grown by 0.60% and is now expanding at a pace of 0.30% annually. White (non-Hispanic) (58.1%), Black or African American (non-Hispanic) (28.6%), White (Hispanic) (3.42%), Two+ (non-Hispanic) (3.29%), and Asian (non...
Taubman Museum Of Art
A prominent attraction in the heart of Roanoke is the Taubman Museum of Art. The museum building is a prominent element of the city skyline, and its strikingly contemporary façade, constructed in 2005, is a destination in and of itself for visitors to Roanoke. The museum's collection of artworks is dominated by American artists, including a sizable number of pieces from West Virginia and the Appalachianregion. The museum offers a number of family-friendly activities, workshops, and events thr...
Mill Mountain Park And The Roanoke Star
Visitors can experience the area's year-round natural beauty on more than 10 miles of multi-use trails in the 568-acre Mill Mountain Park, which is also the location of the renowned Roanoke Star. Take the Mill Mountain Star Trail, a 3.5-mile round-trip climb from the base trail, to reach Mill Mountain's top, the city's highest point at 1,703 feet, for a moderately difficult hike. Atop the mountain, hikers are rewarded with two gorgeous views. The National Register of Historic Landmarks now re...
Blue Ridge Parkway
The Blue Ridge Parkway is a long route that winds through breathtaking mountain scenery from North Carolinato Virginia. It is one of the country's most scenic drives. The Blue Ridge Parkway is only ten minutes drive from Downtown Roanoke, and there are several places for hikers to rest and gorgeous overlooks where they can pause for pictures. Along the Blue Ridge Parkway, there are many wonderful hiking routes of all lengths and levels of difficulty. Amazing waterfalls and breathtaking views...
Roanoke, VA | Roanoke Hotels, Restaurants, Activities. Roanoke Region in Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains. Take a scenic drive along the Blue Ridge Parkway through the Blue Ridge Mountains. Shop at the markets and boutiques in Downtown Roanoke and Salem. Take a hike on the iconic Appalachian Trail.
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Get around. See. Do. Buy. Eat. Drink. Sleep. Nearby. Go next. Roanoke, Virginia, called the "Star City of the South" and "Magic City," is a charming city with beautiful views. A colorfully lit 100-ft star atop Mill Mountain graces the Roanoke Valley. The city sits between Virginia Tech and Smith Mountain Lake in Southwest Virginia.
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Jun 2, 2023 · Located in the heart of the gorgeous Blue Ridge Mountains, Roanoke is one of the largest metropolitan areas on the Blue Ridge Parkway, and an ideal spot to grab a beer, while away a rainy day, or luxuriate in the perfect farm-to-table meal. In fact, Roanoke is home to some of the best food, craft brews, and wine in the whole state of Virginia.
Roanoke, VA: All You Must Know Before You Go (2024) - Tripadvisor. Hotels. Things to Do. Restaurants. Flights. Vacation Rentals. Cruises. Rental Cars. Forums. Explore Roanoke. United States. Virginia (VA) Roanoke. Plan Your Trip to Roanoke: Best of Roanoke Tourism. By AmyD1. 9,768. PLAN YOUR TRIP. Roanoke.
