Things to do in West Virginia

West Virginia is a state in the Southern United States. It is the 10th-smallest state by area. West Virginia is rich in culture, and history. Definitely, you’ll find a comprehensive list of famous places, scenic places, and points of interest within the confines of the 35th state. Here are 5 things you should do when you are in West Virginia. 

1. Prabhupada’s Palace of Gold

Prabhupada’s Palace of Gold

Prabhupada’s Palace of Gold was built in 1970. It got its name from the most famous Hindu teacher. The palace was the area for him to preach, write, and worship. The Prabhupada’s Palace of Gold is constructed of teak, precious metals, marble, and other lavish materials. The palace is one of the most beautiful in the country. Prabhupada’s Palace of Gold has a beautiful Rose Garden. It involves more than 150 varieties of roses and 3,000 bushes. The vibrant and spectacular colors of the roses increase the beauty of the palace.

 

2. Mountwood Park

Mountwood Park

Mountwood Park is one of the best and most beautiful outdoor destinations in West Virginia. The visitors can rent a lake house, or lakeside campsites when they are in Mountwood Park. The park is located on a 50-acre lake, that is surrounded by more than 50 miles of hiking trails as well. The things you can do and experience in this park include boating, wooded picnic areas, a dog park, an archery range, fishing, disc golf, and birdwatching. There is also a park museum that sits at the center of the park.

 

3. Dolly Sods Wilderness Area

Dolly Sods Wilderness Area

Dolly Sods Wilderness is located in the Allegheny Mountains of eastern West Virginia, US. The  Dolly Sods is part of Monongahela National Forest of the U.S. Forest Service. It has spread across more than 17,000 acres of forestry. Dolly Sods Wilderness is a wonderful natural preservation that draws visitors from far and wide. There are many activities the visitor can perform at Dolly Sods including horseback rides, swimming, hunting, fishing, camping, and snowshoeing. This area is also called a home to hiking trails that is suitable for all experience levels.

 

4. Clay Center for the Arts and Sciences

Clay Center for the Arts and Sciences

The Clay Center for the Arts and Sciences of West Virginia is located in Charleston, West Virginia, US. The center is dedicated to sciences, visual arts, and performing arts. All three things are housed under one roof within 240,000-square-foot. The Clay Center for the Arts and Sciences was established in 2003. The center’s aim is to inspire and advance discovery, learning, and creativity through arts and science. For the West Virginia Symphony Orchestra, this center is home.

 

5. New River Gorge National Park

New River Gorge National Park

The  New River Gorge National Park was designed to maintain and protect the New River Gorge in southern West Virginia in the Appalachian Mountains. The New River is one of the continent’s oldest rivers. It is surrounded by more than 70,000 acres of parks and forestry. The park provides many opportunities for scenic adventures. The visitors can go bicycling, camping, fishing, scenic driving, climbing, hunting, and hiking can also be done. The most recognized masterpiece of this location is the beautiful New River Gorge Bridge.

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