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Review:
Known to locals as "Mr. Jefferson's Town", Charlottesville was proudly the home of president Thomas Jefferson, and many visitors come here to tour Monticello, his former home and a UNESCO World Heritage site.
It's unlikely that you'll want to spend the entire day at Monticello, but luckily, the town offers plenty to see and do, including bookstores, antique shops, and eclectic boutiques to keep you entertained after your tour. The town is also an up-and-coming wine region, and visitors can tour the local wineries and vineyards or even admire them from above while floating through the sky in a hot air balloon.
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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