Established in 1670,
Charleston, South Carolina sits on a narrow peninsula where the Ashley and Cooper Rivers meet on their way to the Atlantic Ocean. As a natural port, the area grew into an economic center attracting business and peoples from Europe, Africa and the Caribbean. Nourished by this unique environment, Charleston soon became the cultural center and heart of high society in the antebellum South.
As one of today’s major tourist destinations, Charleston offers real southern cooking, landscaped gardens and a unique view into its historic past. Thanks to aggressive preservation, her history resonates in thousands of landmark mansions, churches and public buildings. This combined with award-winning restaurants, shopping and accommodations fit for a king, Charleston has something for everyone.
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