West Virginia – West Virginia's capital is Charleston

(Pronounced west ver-jin-yuh and charlz-tuhn)

To remember the capital of the US state West Virginia, use the following mnemonic:

It looked like he was wrestling the Virgin (West Virginia) Mary but they were really dancing the Charleston.

Interesting facts about Charleston:

- A Colonial Port Rich in History: Founded in 1670 as Charles Towne in honour of King Charles II, the historic South Carolina city grew into a bustling epicenter of trade, wealth, and culture in the American colonies.

- A Pineapple Symbol of Hospitality: Everywhere you look across the historic district—from wrought-iron gates to carved wooden doorways—you will spot the pineapple motif, which has served as the ultimate local symbol of welcoming guests for centuries.

- Rainbow Row’s Pastel Past: The city is famous for its picturesque stretch of vibrant, brightly coloured historic Georgian townhouses, which form the longest cluster of historic row houses in the United States.