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20 Top-Rated Attractions in South Carolina to Explore

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20 Top-Rated Attractions in South Carolina to Explore

Introduction - In addition to its natural beauty, South Carolina is famous for its role in the country's colonial past and its...

 
 

Charleston Historic District

Attraction 1 - Charleston, South Carolina, is one of the oldest cities in the United States, dating back to the European settlement of...

 
 

Huntington Beach State Park

Attraction 2 - The salt marshes, freshwater lagoon, geocaching, and some of the best birdwatching opportunities on the East Coast make this one...

 
 

Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge

Attraction 3 - The Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge is one of the most popular landmarks in South Carolina. It allows visitors to see...

 
 
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Middleton Place

Attraction 4 - Middleton Place National Historic Landmark's inclusive approach to history helps modern visitors to understand the integration of slavery into the...

 
 

Fort Sumter and Fort Moultrie National Historical Park

Attraction 5 - After southern states began seceding from the United States in 1860 over the issue of slavery, many of the south's...

 
 

The Blue Ridge Mountains

Attraction 6 - The Blue Ridge Mountains run for 550 miles from Pennsylvania to Georgia, cutting through the northwestern corner of South Carolina...

 
 

Rainbow Row

Attraction 7 - Along the waterfront in Charleston, a stunning row of brightly colored colonial homes will have you reaching for your camera...

 
 
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Myrtle Beach State Park

Attraction 8 - Due to being on the Eastern Seaboard, South Carolina has the nickname, the Seaboard State. You can find many beach...

 
 

Patriots Point Naval and Maritime Museum

Attraction 9 - This military museum is one of the best historical sites in South Carolina and takes visitors through retired naval vessels...

 
 

Lake Murray

Attraction 10 - Lake Murray was created by the construction of the Saluda Dam from 1927-1930. Today, it's a hotbed of watersports and...

 
 

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