Williamsburg, United States can only look back a couple hundred years into its past, but many of the events that shaped the history of the nation occurred in Virginia. The Williamsburg area, including Jamestown and Yorktown, stands as one of the center points. Colonial history remains alive in the living museums and townships of the area. When visitors tire of experiencing the past, they can jolt their senses awake with theme parks, or simply enjoy a round of golf or shopping.