Welcome to Virginia is a beautiful phrase, whether you’re hearing it from a friend or reading it. If you’re traveling from a neighboring state or flying in from a faraway country, there’s something so grounding about seeing that Welcome to Virginia sign. It’s more than just an announcement that you’ve arrived in the Old Dominion – what it says, is, “Welcome home.” Here’s more on why we think this simple marker is the best sight in the whole world.

If you've lived in Virginia long enough, you're likely very familiar with the "Welcome to Virginia" signage that greets you as soon as you've crossed the state line.
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You'll spot this sign on I-95 North leaving North Carolina and entering Virginia.
There are many states that border Virginia: Maryland, North Carolina, Tennessee, Kentucky, and West Virginia.
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There are many fun day trips to take from Virginia, and one of the most unique is the town of Bristol, whose main street is actually shared between Virginia and Tennessee. In other words, it's possible to be in two places at once!
No matter which direction you're coming from, you'll find that your soul is immediately put at ease once you are back on Virginia soil. There's just something undeniably soothing about our state. Some would credit those gently rolling hills...
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...the majesty of the Blue Ridge Mountains...
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Check out this adventure-filled road trip through the mountains of Virginia.
...or the undeniable draw of the Atlantic Ocean.
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Virginia is a beach lover's paradise. For proof of this, take a look at some of our favorite hidden beaches in Virginia.
One thing's for sure: it's the Welcome to Virginia road sign that has a way of putting a smile on our faces, every single time.
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Just take a look at this video of the Shenandoah's National Park and try to tell us Virginia isn't one of the best places in the world:

After an out-of-state road trip, seeing the Welcome to Virginia sign is a wonderful feeling. Do you agree that the best sign in the world is the Virginia welcome sign? Be sure to share your thoughts with us in the comments below — we’d love to hear from you!

For related content, be sure to check out a handful of reasons why Virginia is the best state. Do you have any favorite sights in Virginia? Let us know! One of our favorite places in Virginia is Assateague Island with wild ponies roaming the beach.

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