Capital or Capitol?

What is the difference between these two? Here’s how it breaks down . . .

The Capital is the city or town that is the seat of government in a state or nation.

The Capitol is the building in which the state legislative body meets.

For information about Virginia’s Capitol & State Houses, click here.

The Capital City of Virginia is Richmond.

The Official City of Richmond Website
See the plan for the extensive redevelopment of downtown that’s underway, learn about the city of Richmond, and get access to tons of city resources here.
Source: City of Richmond, Virginia

Richmond - Connect with it
Everything you’d ever want to know about Richmond culture is right at your fingertips including arts, entertainment, a calendar of events, education, jobs, local guides, local life, sports, vacations, weather and lots more!
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