West Virginia State Capitol
1932A Cass Gilbert-designed capitol with a gold-leaf dome rising 292 feet, taller than the U.S. Capitol dome.
14.2 mi away
Everything Comfort is known for
Songs written about the waterways and highways that run near Comfort.
A Cass Gilbert-designed capitol with a gold-leaf dome rising 292 feet, taller than the U.S. Capitol dome.
8 stories, landmarks & places within ~20 miles — the same local lore RoadyGoat plays as you drive through.
Escape into 9,300 acres of West Virginia wilderness just a few miles from downtown Charleston. This isn't just any forest; it's a testament to nature's resilience and a haven for recreation. Back in 1937, the land…
Ever wondered about the pioneers who first settled Charleston? Right here, you're approaching the Gilliland Log Cabin and Cemetery, a testament to one of the city's oldest families. William S. Gilliland and his family…
This isn't just another pretty building; it's the heart of West Virginia's government. After West Virginia became a state in 1863, the search began for a permanent capital. Charleston was chosen, then lost the title,…
A Cass Gilbert-designed capitol with a gold-leaf dome rising 292 feet, taller than the U.S. Capitol dome.
Ever wondered where the heart of West Virginia beats? Look no further than this magnificent 18-acre complex, home to the state's government and a treasure trove of architectural history. From grand Italian Renaissance…
Ever wondered where West Virginia’s governors lived? You're about to pass one of their grandest homes! This magnificent stone mansion, known as Sunrise, was built in 1905 by William A. MacCorkle, the state's ninth…
Charleston owes its existence to a confluence of geography and industry. The Kanawha River, snaking its way through the Appalachian mixed mesophytic forests, provided a vital transportation route. But it was what lay…
Ever wondered what it was like to defend a city during the Civil War? You're driving right past a silent sentinel of that struggle! Fort Scammon was Charleston's vital shield against Confederate attacks. It's a place…