<h1 style="text-align: center;">Laurel, <em>Baltimore</em></h1>
<p>Laurel is a city that occupies the northern tip of Prince George&rsquo;s County along the fall line of the Patuxent River. It includes four unincorporated areas: West Laurel, North Laurel, Maryland City and South Laurel. The city was the site of a number of a large cotton mills during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The construction of the Capital Subdivision rail line, which ran from Baltimore to Washington, coincided with Laurel&rsquo;s development.</p>
<p>Laurel is a mixed-use community that features a number of commercial and residential developments. Its historic district, located on the Patuxent River, is the site of a number of older homes that reflect the city&rsquo;s agricultural and industrial past. There are a number of amenities at Laurel Shopping Center. Nearby Rocky Gorge Reservoir is ideal for those looking to get out and enjoy the fresh air.</p>
<p>Route 1 runs north to south. I-95 and the Baltimore Washington Parkway bind the community on the west and east respectively. Route 198 runs east to west through Laurel. &nbsp;Commuters love the fact that Laurel is convenient to three major, international airports: Dulles, Reagan and BWI.</p>