I’ve traveled across the country and even lived in Australia for a few months. But for all the sights I saw, nothing could quite compare to the familiarity and uniqueness that is Virginia. This deep feeling of state pride is a sentiment that unites us all. No matter how far you travel, Virginia will always be home for those who have spent any amount of time here. There’s just something about the Old Dominion that captivates your heart the minute you arrive. For me, it’s a little bit of everything: the people, the places, and just the feeling of being in Virginia. Here are 22 reasons why this state has my heart.

1. There's a lot of love here.
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2. No other place has more history.
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3. Folks from Virginia are happy, healthy, and young at heart.
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4. Beauty is everywhere...
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5...at the beach...
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6...in the mountains...
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7...at the river...
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8...even underground.
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9. A Virginia meal is love at first bite.
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10. It's surely the sweetest state.
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11. There are waterfalls aplenty.
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12. The hiking trails are phenomenal.
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13. We truly cherish our wildlife.
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14. Live music is everywhere: from big bands...
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15...to bluegrass.
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16. There is no peace like that which is found in rural Virginia.
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17. And the excitement of bigger cities is never too far away.
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18. Our farmers are savvy and provide the freshest produce.
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19. Family is important here.
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20. And the same goes for friends.
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21. Good times in Virginia will never go out of style.
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22. There's just no place like home!
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These are just a few reason why Virginia has my entire heart. What about you? What are your favorite things about this wonderful state of ours? Be sure to share with us in the comments!

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