A city in Virginia that served as the capital of the Colony of Virginia from 1699 to 1780. Today it's known for Colonial Williamsburg, a historic district presenting part of a restored colonial town.
Imagine Williamsburg as a time machine that takes you back into history. Just like stepping into a time machine would transport you back in time, visiting Williamsburg gives you an immersive experience into what life was like during colonial times.
Jamestown Settlement: The first successful English settlement on mainland America founded in 1607 located near today’s Williamsburg.
Yorktown Battlefield: The site where British forces surrendered to American troops effectively ending the Revolutionary War; also close to modern-day Williamsburg.
Colonial Parkway: A scenic highway connecting the historic sites of Jamestown, Williamsburg, and Yorktown.
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