
Virginia is a state laying on Atlantic coast of US. State is known as the "Old Dominion" and sometimes as "Mother of Presidents", because it is the birthplace of eight U.S. presidents. Ricmond is a state capital, however Virginia Beach is the most populous city. Other important cities include Norfolk, which has the world's largest naval base. State is also a base for many federal facilities, as 'Penthagon', in northern Virginia.