Who needs a good idea for a beautiful, quiet, idyllic place to get away from it all? Everyone? Well, here’s one option that fits the bill: the tiny farm town of Union in West Virginia.
More than two centuries ago. That’s when the town of Union, West Virginia was formed: all the way back in the year 1800.
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It’s a farm town, perched in the rolling fields of Monroe County in eastern West Virginia.
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By 1835, the turn-of-the-century town of Union was thriving: 400 citizens, two hotels, two tanneries, a school, two churches, and two doctors. Some of the bustling industry in Union was thanks to several natural salt springs nearby.
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A stroll through the streets of Union today provides glimpses into that past: the current Romanesque-style courthouse is from 1881. Several of the local churches are from the mid-1800s, and the nearby Rehoboth Church, the oldest Protestant church west of the Allegheny Mountains, is from 1784.
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The Union Historic District is just one of the things that makes Union an ideal choice for a scenic getaway for some good rest and relaxation.
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This small town stays calm and quiet. No traffic. No stoplights, even. The views are long and peaceful. The people are friendly and down to earth.
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As you drive the roads around Union, you’ll pass farm after farm (and, as one of the scenic perks of farming country, barn after barn!). Many of these farms are on the Heritage Quilt Trail, and you’ll note the colorful wooden quilt squares hanging on many of the barns.
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Doesn’t that sound like an idyllic, nostalgic escape from all the hustle and bustle of modern life? Come slow down and soak in the scenic beauty of small town Monroe County, West Virginia! Up for a hike while you’re in the area? Hanging Rock Raptor Observatory isn’t far! Hungry? In addition to several restaurants in Union itself, check out the dining establishments in nearby Gap Mills.
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If you come in early June, you can even attend festivities for Farmer’s Day.
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Address: Union, WV 24983, USA
