{"id":9543,"date":"2022-05-10T01:18:52","date_gmt":"2022-05-10T01:18:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/?p=9543"},"modified":"2023-09-28T15:43:41","modified_gmt":"2023-09-28T15:43:41","slug":"15-reasons-to-travel-to-lexington-virginia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/15-reasons-to-travel-to-lexington-virginia\/","title":{"rendered":"15 Reasons to Travel to Lexington Virginia"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"334\" src=\"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Lexington-Virginia.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-15935\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Lexington-Virginia.jpg 500w, https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/Lexington-Virginia-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The independent city of Lexington, Virginia, is located in the state of Virginia. The population of the city is estimated at 7,320 as of the 2020 census. Lexington is the county seat of Rockbridge County, but is a separate jurisdiction from Rockbridge. Its economy is driven by the local wine industry and is a leading employer in the county. Lexington is home to a number of cultural institutions. There are many reasons to visit Lexington. In this article, we will explore some of these reasons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The historic Georges Inn is a charming place to visit. It features two historic buildings and features an elegant restaurant and casual piano bar. A variety of live music is performed at Haywood&#8217;s and Georges Inn, two of the city&#8217;s most popular dining options. The quaint Main Street shopping district is also home to many specialty shops and restaurants. Whether you&#8217;re looking for a casual meal or a romantic evening out, Lexington has something for everyone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Located in the Shenandoah Valley, Lexington is convenient for those visiting the Blue Ridge Parkway. The city also has easy access to several Rockbridge County locations, as well as the Blue Ridge Parkway. The town is named after the site of the first shot fired in the American Revolution. It is also home to important figures from the Confederacy, including the Confederate General Robert E. Lee, who founded Washington and Lee University, one of the nation&#8217;s oldest universities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The weather in Lexington is characterized by seasonal variation. It is dry for 3.2 months of the year, but snow is common in February. A snowy month lasts for 4.1 months (November 21 to March 24), resulting in an average of 1.0 inches of snow. The coldest month is January, when only four percent of days are cloudy. The median monthly rent is $1,050. While winter is usually a pleasant time for living in Lexington, the hottest month is July.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lexington&#8217;s topography is varied and contains substantial elevation variation. The highest point in Lexington is 1,086 feet, with significant elevation changes within ten miles. During the spring, the elevation varies by 669 feet, while it reaches a minimum of 1,086 feet in November. Lexington is covered by trees about 80 percent of the time. This makes the climate ideal for outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, and horseback riding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The average hourly wind speed in Lexington experiences a mild seasonal variation. The windiest part of the year lasts for 5.9 months (November 7 to May 3) and averages more than 4.5 miles per hour. The calmest part of the year is August. The wind speed in Lexington is lower than average for most of the rest of the year. The average annual temperature in Lexington is 7.3 degrees Fahrenheit. There is a moderate seasonal variation in wind speeds in Lexington, and it is warm for half of the year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One can visit the home of Confederate General Tomas &#8220;Stonewall&#8221; Jackson. This 1800s home is now owned by the Virginia Military Institute. Visitors can tour the house free of charge. The tour highlights the life of this famous Confederate General. The tour highlights his role as a professor, church leader, and husband. The tour also highlights his famous invention, the mechanical reaper. And don&#8217;t forget to visit the cemetery, where you can visit the tomb of the general&#8217;s amputated arm.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The independent city of Lexington, Virginia, is located in the state of Virginia. The population of the city is estimated at 7,320 as of the 2020 census. Lexington is the county seat of Rockbridge County, but is a separate jurisdiction from Rockbridge. 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