About Charlottesville

• Singer Dave Matthews started the Dave Matthews Band in Charlottesville in 1991.
• The Kappa Sigma fraternity was founded at the University of Virginia in 1869.
• Thomas Jefferson's Monticello drew early tourism and established the area's historical significance.
• A local legend says a tunnel system exists beneath the city, used during Prohibition.
• The Great Fire of 1895 destroyed much of downtown, prompting significant rebuilding.
• Named for Queen Charlotte, Charlottesville was established in 1762.
• With about 48,000 people, it's smaller than many U.S. college towns.
• At 480 feet, the elevation provides stunning views of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
• Education and healthcare are major employers, driven by UVA and the UVA Health System.
• The vibe is intellectual, artistic, and welcoming, with a strong sense of history.
• The Washington Commanders, based in D.C., are the closest NFL team.
• UVA's men's basketball team won its first NCAA championship in 2019.

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