About Charleston

Like a picturesque memoir of the past, Charleston offers itself as a genteel world of cobblestone streets and stately antebellum plantations. Stroll along the famous Battery and through Old City Market where voices from a by-gone era still resonate. Or enjoy an intimate glimpse of the port city on a romantic carriage ride as your cares drift away. After building up an appetite, dine at one of the many quaint cafes. As night falls, let the enchanting mixture of music and laughter guide you into one of the trendy nightspots of the French Quarter. And of course, the gentle island breezes of nearby beaches are always beckoning.

Arts and Entertainment
It's hard to imagine a more culturally alive city than Charleston. The city's love and passion for the arts dates back to 1731, when Charleston hosted the first concert series held in the New World. Today, the tradition continues, with a full schedule of dance, music and theater offerings, tempting and enriching residents and visitors year-round.

Charleston is a Living Museum
It is always exciting to live in a place that is rich with events, culture and history. If you are seeking great food, recreational activities, relaxing on the beach or all of the majesty of historical architecture. To this day you can find in historic Charleston a variety of magnificent churches, government buildings, plantations and houses that are uniquely designed with the flavor of the English past. It is for this reason that it is sometimes referred to as “Little London”.

Charleston's historic forts have been at the turning point of some of the nation's most important events. Ft. Moultrie was the site of the first decisive patriot victory of the American Revolution, and Ft. Sumter was the scene of the first shots of the Civil War.

Plantations, Parks, & Gardens
Area plantations & gardens offer a fascinating glimpse into the history and natural beauty of the lowcountry. Each is unique and offers a different perspective and interpretation of the area's antebellum culture and history.

Charleston’s Upscale Shops
If you love shopping and enjoy being wowed by really posh, chic and fashionable boutiques and stores; you will discover Charleston as your destination for the best in both relaxation and shopping.

Restaurants
Like the rest of Charleston's culture, the type of food served in the area resulted from a combination of influences. The English influence, of course. But the French, Italians, Africans, Caribbean Islanders and many others had a tremendous impact on what we eat, as well. The "melting pot" phenomenon simply made its way to the stove pot in kitchens across the region.

Golf
Over 200 years ago, Charleston was the site of America's first golf course and golf club. In 1786, the South Carolina Golf Club and Harleston Green were established in what is now downtown Charleston. In fact, the term "green fee" is thought to have evolved from the membership fees paid to maintain the course.

How to see Charleston
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