Officially known as the Commonwealth of Virginia, the state is well known for natural landmarks including the Blue Ridge Mountains, the Chesapeake Bay and Virginia Beach. Situated along the Atlantic Ocean, Virginia is a state rich with history, culture, performing arts and numerous colleges and universities. Visitors can explore the homes of George Washington, Thomas Jefferson and Robert E. Lee; tour the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts and open-air museum Colonial Williamsburg. Virginia is an ideal destination, offering mountains, coastline, historic villages and exciting cities.