Alexandria is an ideal place to live in Virginia. The total population of Alexandria is approximately 154,710. Alexandria is located along the western bank of the Potomac River and approximately 7 miles south of downtown Washington D.C. One can have a fortunate of many events in the city which is one of the solid reason to be there and all this pleasure not even costly. This city provides a tremendous variety of restaurants, coffee shops and parks.
Carlyle's lion looks at the Masonic Temple
Alexandria has a great atmosphere and culture. It gives the feel of suburban living with the convenience of a short commute. Alexandria has walking trails for families and dogs, boasts great schools and thriving community businesses. For the youngsters there is also a nightlife scene, many clubs, grocery stores to choose from. Alexandria has almost everything needed to live a happy and healthy life.
Alexandria ranks at 9 if we search for the best city for youngsters and professionals in the VA county. Alexandria has a topmost school named "Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology" is rated best school over there and adding to this there is a long list of great schools which secures the future of children.
The City of Alexandria is a great place to cycle. With over 39 miles of on-street and off-street bike lanes, sparrows, and trails, using a bike to quickly, safely, and enjoyably get around has never been easier
Alexandria is served by all major domestic and international airlines at:
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (5-10 minutes from Old Town)
Washington Dulles International Airport (45 minutes from Old Town)
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (45 minutes from Old Town)
Coming to the professionals life Alexandria has approximately 2,000-10,000 employees in department of Commerce, Department of Defense, Alexandria City Public Schools. Alexandria is the 7th largest and highest-income independent city in Virginia.
Sleigh-riding in Alexandria VA
This great place received a number of big awards as mentioned:
"Top 14 Best Places to Live in Virginia" - Smart Travel Tips
American Planning Association's 2016 Excellence in Sustainability Award for the best sustainable urban design plan or project in the country given to the Eisenhower West Small Area Plan. - American Planning Association
Top 10 Best Downtowns - Livability
"2015's Best Cities for Women Entrepreneurs" - Good Call
Digital City of our population in the United States - The Center for Digital Government
"Top 100 Best Places to Live" - livability (2016)
Alexandria's Phase II Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) Program was recognized by the Water Environment Federation's (WEF) National Municipal Storm water and Green Infrastructure Awards Program as a Gold-level community and winner in the Innovation category.
"Most Festive City in the US this Christmas Season" - 2018
If we talk about the great personalities of Alexandria VA
Business Leader of the Year - Bill Butcher of Port City Brewing Company
Rising Star - Alexandria Living Magazine
Non-Profit/Association - Running Brooke & Together We Bake
Carlyle House is in 22314
Small Business of the Year - AR Workshop
Medium Business of the Year - Business Management Associates
Large Business of the Year - B3 Solutions
Overall Business of the Year - American Physical Therapy Association
Alexandria is an ideal place to live in Virginia. The total population of Alexandria is approximately 154,710. Alexandria is located along the western bank of the Potomac River and approximately 7 miles south of downtown Washington D.C. One can have a fortunate of many events in the city which is one of the solid reason to be there and all this pleasure not even costly. This city provides a tremendous variety of restaurants, coffee shops and parks.
