Tangier Island, Virginia is the soft-shell crab capital of the world

TangierPhoto byLarry Syverson/ Flickr

According to Only in Your State, Tangier Island, a remote island in Virginia, is the soft-shell crab capital of the world.

Tangier is a town in Accomack County, Virginia on Tangier Island in the Chesapeake Bay.

Tangier Island is a hidden gem of the Chesapeake famous for its soft-shell blue crabs.

Blue CrabsPhoto byPublic Domain/Wikipedia Screenshot

Soft-shell blue crabs make Tangier Island extra special because they are the island's main export and are vital to the community. In fact, the island is the largest exporter of soft-shell crabs in the world. It's a highly sought-after delicacy in many places along the East Coast.

Tangier Island is special because there's nowhere else like it on earth. It's among the most remote communities in America, and it is accessible only by water or, in rare cases, by air.

Tangier Island has a unique way of life and community values that have been preserved for centuries. It's also breathtakingly beautiful. The island is completely surrounded by water, and the panoramic views will make people feel close to the sea and sky.