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State Capitol - Charleston

A gold dome tops a circular colonnade of Corinthian columns rising 300 feet above the Kanawha River. From the center of the capital building a 4,000lb crystal chandelier, 8 feet in diameter, is suspended.

Guided tours.

Open daily during state business hours. Admission is free.

Location: Kanawha Blvd E, Charleston West VirginiaTelephone 304-558-3809

Other History nearby:
(Ansted) Contentment
(Salem) Fort New Salem
(Gallipolis) Our House Museum
(Charleston) State Capitol - Charleston

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