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An
economically progressive city and Virginia’s capital,
Richmond offers a wealth of amenities not easily found among
other East Coast municipalities.
Richmond’s complete livability can be measured in numerous
ways: beautiful neighborhoods with striking architecture; a
vast cultural and educational heritage befitting its nearly
200,000 citizens; and noted historic prestige tracing back
to the early English settlers.
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Nationally recognized for its vitality and New Economy
embrace, Richmond’s diversified employment base extends from
chemical, food and tobacco manufacturing to biotechnology,
semiconductors and high-tech fibers. The city
consistently ranks among “Best Places to Live and Work in
America” in several national publications.
Richmond is among a handful of mid-sized cities to offer a
flourishing cultural community enhanced by several
first-class museums and prominent universities, its own
symphony, professional ballet and opera, and numerous
theater companies and art galleries.
While offering easy access to the ocean, mountains and
Washington, D.C., Richmond features countless pastimes at
home. Trendy boutiques and restaurants, numerous sports and
entertainment attractions, outdoor pursuits among one of the
nation’s largest river park systems, and a treasure trove of
historic landmarks provide fun times galore.
Discover Richmond up close.
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