You might be surprised to learn that some of your favorite famous people are from Minnesota. From legendary “Peanuts” cartoonist Charles Shultz to singers like Bob Dylan and Prince, Minnesota has been the home to countless influential people. Maybe it’s something in the water? There’s one charming small town in Minnesota that was once the home of a very special Guardian of the Galaxy, and that’s Chris Pratt. Welcome to Virginia, Minnesota!

Virginia is a small city in the heart of Minnesota’s Iron Range with fewer than 10,000 residents.
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But it has a big heart!
Whether you know him from the television show “Parks and Recreation,” or one of his many big screen hits, including “Jurassic World” or “Guardians of the Galaxy,” Chris Pratt’s from Virginia, Minnesota.
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That's right, Virginia is Chris Pratt's hometown.
Pratt grew up here until his family moved to Washington when he was seven.
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But he definitely has Minnesota roots!

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Virginia is a great town to spend a day exploring.
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This beautiful little town is home to more than one superstar...
...it's also home to Minnesota's tallest bridge, The Thomas Rukavina Memorial Bridge.
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The 204-foot-tall bridge also features a bike lane and a pedestrian walkway. The Mesabi Trail crosses the bridge. While you may not have the time to tackle the entire 135 miles of the trail, walking across the bridge and admiring the views is an absolute must while you're visiting.
The only thing that could make this town sweeter is some ice cream. Oh wait...
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Virginia has plenty of nostalgic candy stores and ice cream spots. Canelake's has been a local favorite since 1905, and its homemade candies are the perfect sweet treat for the car ride home.

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