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Sitting amidst 78,000 acres of national and state parkland in scenic Rockbridge County, the city of Lexington, Virginia is a historic college town, the home to the Virginia Military Institute and Washington and Lee University. Visit the landmarked Front Campus of W&L University, a school endowed by George Washington and once presided over by Robert E. Lee, or take a tour of the VMI and learn how in 1864, cadets marched over 80 miles north to lead a victorious charge at the Battle of New Market.
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Redwood Family Restaurant

4 of 5 stars
Jacksonville, Florida
Nov 23, 2009

We stopped by the Redwood on a visit to Lexington a few weeks ago. We found the luncheon food very good however the highlight was the home cooked desserts. We had the Lemon Meringue pie and Carrot...more

Brierley Hill Bed and Breakfast

Nov 22, 2009

I loved the whole experience. It was very relaxing, Ken and Joyce were very nice and the food was wonderful ! I cant waite to go back again. more

Bistro on Main

5 of 5 stars
New Oxford, PA
Nov 17, 2009

We were thrilled with our experience at The Bistro in Lexington! This up-scale restaurant is attractive and has a varied menu that includes outstanding seafood, beef, poultry, pasta, and pork dishes...more

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