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Roanoke is the largest city in Southwest Virginia and is considered by many to be the cultural hub of that region. It is home to the Virginia Museum of Transportation and the O. Wilson Link Museum, which is housed in an old Norfolk and Western Railroad station, and features photography about the development of railroad transportation within the state. The Taubman Museum of Art is located in downtown as well.

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Air travelers to the city and surrounding area, typically fly into Roanoke Regional Airport (ROA), which is located in the northern part of the city. Ground transportation to and from the airport and your lodgings, is provided by Valley Metro bus system. Driving is also a good way for visitors to get to attractions that are farther from downtown, such as the Mill Mountain Zoo and the Mill Mountain Theatre, which features live productions of well-known plays.

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Average high temperatures range from 45 degrees in January, to 87 in July, with low temperatures ranging from 27 to 66. Annual precipitation totals around 45 inches, including 16 inches of snow with an average of eight snow days each winter.

For those who like to take in concerts, the Roanoke Civic center features shows by many of the most popular acts in the country. The Commonwealth Games of Virginia, an amateur sports festival, is held annually in the Roanoke area.