Would you be surprised to discover that the most beautiful historic town in America is right here in West Virginia? Probably not, if you really stop to think about it! In fact, it shouldn’t surprise you at all that Country Living named Harpers Ferry, West Virginia the most beautiful historic town in America.

A National Historical Park managed by the National Park System, Harpers Ferry, West Virginia is one of the best preserved, most beautiful examples of an 18th-century town in the nation.
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What makes Harpers Ferry stand out from other historic towns? It's located at the point of convergence of two major rivers - the Potomac River and the Shenandoah River. Both famous rivers in their own right, it makes sense that the site of their merging would be so notable and significant!
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It's filled with significant historical events and people. George Washington. Thomas Jefferson. John Brown. Lewis and Clark. These and many more famous historical figures made history right here in Harpers Ferry.
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Many of the historic buildings and sites are extraordinarily well preserved. From Civil War battlements and battlefields to canals and railroad bridges to historic old churches, mills, and cemeteries, Harpers Ferry has a little bit of everything for the history buff to explore.
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It's set in the famous Shenandoah Valley in the heart of the rugged Appalachian Mountains. Thanks to both river and mountain views, the landscapes around Harpers Ferry are particularly scenic.
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It's conveniently located. Harpers Ferry, West Virginia borders both Maryland and Virginia, making it a convenient day trip for significant number of folks living on the East Coast. Furthermore, Harpers Ferry is less than an hour's drive from Washington, D.C.'s Dulles International Airport, making it accessible from any major U.S. city.
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Have you ever explored the many trails, scenic overlooks, and historic sites in Harpers Ferry, West Virginia? What’s your favorite find in this most beautiful historic town in the nation? To learn more about visiting this famous National Historical Park for yourself, visit the National Park Service’s website. While you’re in Harpers Ferry, don’t miss the chance hike to the iconic Jefferson Rock.

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