State Virginia

Virginia , officially the Commonwealth of Virginia, is a U.S. state located in the South Atlantic region of the United States. Virginia is nicknamed the "Old Dominion" and the "Mother of Presidents" after the eight U.S. presidents born there. The geography and climate of the Commonwealth are shaped by the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Chesapeake Bay, which provide habitat for much of its flora and fauna. The capital of the Commonwealth is Richmond; Virginia Beach is the most populous city, though Fairfax County is the most populous political subdivision. The Commonwealth's estimated population is 8,185,866 as of 2012.

1.Geography
1.1 Geology and terrain
1.2 Climate
1.3 Flora and fauna
2. History
2.1 Colony
2.2 Statehood
2.3 Civil War and aftermath
2.4 Modern era
3. Cities and towns
4. Demographics
4.1 Ethnicity
4.2 Languages
4.3 Religion
5. Economy
6. Culture
6.1 Fine and performing arts
6.2 Festivals
7. Media
8. Education
9. Health
10. Transportation
11. Law and government
12. Politics
13. Sports
14. State symbols