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Know More About Downtown Charleston, West Virginia

by Leigh Jackson

A lot of people might not think there's much to see or do in Charleston. After all, West Virginia's capital isn't exactly known for its night life or tourism. However, this city still has plenty of attractions to offer and it's a popular place to kick back and relax. This welcoming, friendly city has a lot of interesting historical landmarks, museums and more. Let's take a look.

If you're in Charleston west virginia downtown, be sure to check out the State Capitol Complex, and see some of the area's rare black squirrels. This historic landmark offers a lot of information about the city, and was designed by architect Cass Gilbert - designer of the US Treasury Building and US Supreme Court buildings in Washington DC. It's a beautiful landmark with lots of historical information to offer. Plus, it's located right on the Kanawha.

The state history museum and the well known statue of Abraham Lincoln are also very popular attractions in Charleston. If you visit in the summer, be sure to check out the festivals, while shopping and restaurants are available year round. Many people aren't aware of it, but there's a wide variety of ethnic food here. You'll also enjoy the shopping possibilities offered by local arts and crafts stores.

If you don't want to spend much, won't run into trouble. Charleston offers plenty of free activities. Check out the mid June art Festival. Live on the Levee offers free music on the Kanawha River every Friday evening during the summer season. The Historic East End District offers a fascinating self guided walking tour, as well as a wonderful garden showcase during the month of June.

On the third Thursday of every month, the Charleston Art Walk will take you through area galleries. At the Cultural Center, you'll see a wide variety of of artistic and cultural artifacts and information, and you can check out native artifacts and history at Criel Mound. If you prefer architecture and interior design, consider getting into the Charleston Loft walk - a tour of downtown's private residences.

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