It’s no secret that Williamsburg is among the most impressive of Virginia’s historic locations. But a recent listing by USA Today has brought national attention to this historic corner of Virginia. Williamsburg has been ranked the 6th best historic small town in the U.S. on this reader-nominated list. If you haven’t recently made the trip to Williamsburg, now’s a perfect time! Here are just a few reasons why Williamsburg stands out among countless other historic towns throughout the U.S.
USA Today has listed the town of Williamsburg as a top historic destination in America, according to its Readers’ Choice 2020 List.
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Each of the 10 cities on the list has a population of fewer than 35,000 residents yet plenty of ways to engage in America’s unique history. It’s no surprise that Williamsburg was a top pick.
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Williamsburg wasn’t always considered to be a small town. In fact, it served as the capital of Virginia from 1699 until 1780 when our state was the biggest in the nation.
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Moving the capital to Richmond turned out to be a positive considering that many of the original buildings throughout Williamsburg were left untouched by the Industrial Revolution.
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The heart of the city, Colonial Williamsburg, serves as a living history museum where you’ll find actors in period custom depicting everyday Colonial life. How impressive is that?
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Indeed, it isn’t too hard to feel like you’ve stepped back in time when you walk the historic streets of Colonial Williamsburg.
L. Toshio Kishiyama / Getty Images Whether you’re a history buff or love the opportunity to explore some of our state’s most impressive towns, you’ll find there’s something for everyone in Williamsburg. You can learn more about planning your visit by checking out the official website.
When’s the last time you visited Williamsburg? We’d love to hear all about your experience there in the comments below! For more Virginia history, check out these small towns loaded with history.
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Whether you’re a history buff or love the opportunity to explore some of our state’s most impressive towns, you’ll find there’s something for everyone in Williamsburg. You can learn more about planning your visit by checking out the official website.
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