Monterey, Administrative region in Virginia, United States
Monterey County sits at the center of Highland County, Virginia, with an elevation of 4,071 feet within the Allegheny Mountains.
The county received its name in 1847 to commemorate the Battle of Monterey during the Mexican-American War in September 1846.
The Highland County Maple Festival brings visitors to Monterey each March to experience local maple syrup production and regional traditions.
The county courthouse on West Main Street provides administrative services and maintains records for Highland County residents.
The surrounding mountains contain numerous limestone caves, forming an underground network beneath the county's administrative center.
GPS coordinates: 38.41199,-79.57947
Latest update: March 11, 2025 06:59
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