10 Places In West Virginia You Thought Only Existed In Your Imagination

West Virginia offers unique and surreal attractions that seem almost imaginary.

West Virginia has many amazing things to see and do. Some of them are so amazing that it's almost hard to believe they even exist. Here is a look at 10 places In West Virginia you thought only existed in your imagination.

1. Blackwater Falls

In the spring and summer Blackwater Falls in Davis is absolutely stunning. The falls surrounded by beautiful flowering trees and bushes make the area look surreal - even without the enhanced colors used in this photo.

2. Chester Tea Pot

As visitors drive through Chester they often find themselves saying "Did I just imagine that or did we just pass a giant teapot?" It isn’t your imagination at all. The world’s largest teapot sits in Chester. It stands 14 feet high and 14 feet wide.

3. Greenbank Telescope

The Greenbank Telescope in Greenbank looks like something straight out of a sci-fi film. If you haven’t made the trip to see it, you definitely need to.

4. Greenbrier River Trail

Have you imagined yourself enjoying nature surrounded by a beautiful river and vistas? Stop dreaming and enjoy a hike on the Greenbrier River Trail.

5. Helvetia

When you visit the small town of Helvetia it feels like you’ve stepped back in time and to another country. The town, whose population is 59, was founded in 1869 by Swiss travelers. Today those Swiss settlers' traditions are still continued.

6. Snowshoe

This incredible bike path at Snowshoe is just one of many amazing things the resort has to offer.

7. Monongahela National Forest

As you can see from this photo, the views in the West Virginia National Forest are like something out of a dream.

8. West Virginia State Capitol

West Virginia’s State Capitol is absolutely beautiful. Everyone should visit it at least once.

9. Lost World Caverns

Walking through the Lost World Caverns is like being on another planet.

10. Berkeley Castle

Berkeley Springs' Berkeley Castle is West Virginia’s only castle. It looks like it came straight out of a fairytale.

If you haven't visited any of these amazing places make plans to this summer. You will not be disappointed!

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