Charleston

The landscape around Charleston is a narrow, wooded Appalachian river valley, which has shaped both the urban form and local economy. West Virginia’s capital extends along the Kanawha River, with the Elk River meeting it close to downtown. The West Virginia State Capitol, completed in 1932 and topped by a gold-leaf dome, is the city’s principal civic landmark. During the 19th century, the Kanawha Valley was an important salt-producing area; chemical manufacturing later became a major part of its industrial identity. Capitol Market, based in a restored railroad depot, links local food producers with the downtown district. Continue through nearby webcams to explore different parts of the Kanawha Valley.

Generated by AI