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Beckley is a charming town in West Virginia, with an estimate of 16.832 residents, according to the 2008 census. Beckley is well known for two major tourist attractions: the Beckley Exhibition Coal Mine and the Tamarack. Beckley has been the subject of intense growth along the Eisenhower Drive, leading to increasing traffic problems which the city is attempting to alleviate. In terms of accommodation, there are many places to choose from: 4 star hotels, clean motels and cozy, rustic inns. The venues you can find here are diverse: elegant restaurants that satisfy any taste bud, quick takeaways, funky coffee shops and nighttime pubs and clubs.

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Tamarack is very well known tourist destination located above the Beckley service area of West Virginia. The main feature of Tamarack is a red peaked roof and landscaped grounds that draw over half a million visitors every year. It is the largest arts and crafts facility, run as an economic development project. Tourists can find here products such as: craft wood, glass, textiles, pottery, metal, jewelry, as well as specialty food items, fine art, books and recordings. It is the perfect place to buy some memorabilia that will remind you of the time spent here in Beckley.

Phillips-Sprague Mine is also known as the Beckley Exhibition Coal Mine is a historic coal mine that opened at the end of the 19^th century. The development of the mine began in 1905, but they ceased in 1953. The site was considered historic and was opened to the public to educate it concerning the coal mining. The mine has 1500 feet of restored passageways and entries with 3000 feet of vintage track.

Theater West Virginia was founded in 1955 as a means of promoting the cultural and artistic aspects of Beckley. Here, both tourists and locals can benefit from a wide variety of shows, both classical and contemporary ones, such as musicals, drama and comedies.