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An eclectic mix of historic charm, metropolitan amenities, and natural wonders, Charleston is located in the heart of Coastal South Carolina. With a wide variety of restaurants, historical sites, museums, beaches, and shopping, Charleston features fun for the whole family. No matter what you're looking for, you'll find it in this Low Country hotspot.

This summer relax on the beach, take a dip in the water and see the beautiful Charleston sights.

Located in the Low Country of South Carolina, Charleston is a world famous tourist destination. Take a step back in history the moment you step downtown. Choose from a host of historically preserved mansions like the Nathaniel Russell House, the Federal townhouse of Charleston merchant Nathaniel Russell, completed in 1808, or the Heyward-Washington House, “Charleston’s Revolutionary War House” home of Thomas Heyward, Jr., Revolutionary patriot and signer of the Declaration of Independence. If you can't decide where to start, get your lay of the land in a horse drawn carriage.

Charleston is also home to some of the best boutique shopping the state. Designer shops like Gucci, Copper Penny, and Ben Silver illustrate the city's upscale flare. The city is known for antique shopping and handmade gifts found at the Market Pavilion.

Charleston is famous for its sit down family style meals and it's also known for it's enviable farmers' markets. Each week Marian Square plays host to the area's finest showing of local delicacies. It's a food culture that rivals any larger metrolitan area no matter your tastes. For upscale eats try Fig, Cypress, Slightly North of Broad, or Muse. For down home grub you can't miss Poogan's Porch or Jasmine's. There's a world of cuisine to sample in this diverse mesh of cultures.

Venture outside of town to one of Charleston's gorgeous beaches including Isle of Palms, Sullivan's Island, and Folly Beach. Sea kayaking is a popular avenue for exploring Charleston's water ways but relaxing on the beach with a good book is just as fabulous.

Consider a day trip out to one of the area's spralling plantations at Middleton Place or Drayton Hall. One thing is for sure, you'll won't hit it all in one trip.

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Charleston Beer Garden June 23, 2012

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Grab a pint at the Charleston Beer Garden, inspired by the festive biergartens of Germany, Brittlebank Park will be transformed into the largest pop-up beer garden Charleston has experienced, June 23 2012. Featuring a great line-up of craft brews, tasty treats from Charleston’s food trucks, live music, beer school, and more, this festival won’t ...

Read more...|Posted @ 7:00 pm on 04/25/2012

Cooper River Bridge Run This Weekend!

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The Cooper River Bridge Run is one of Charleston’s biggest events of the year and it’s finally here. Whether you’re signed up or not, don’t miss the race day fun! Here are the race day instructions: The Cooper River Bridge Run is home to some of the world’s best running talent, but at ...

Read more...|Posted @ 12:42 pm on 03/27/2012

Charleston Wine + Food Festival is Almost Here! March 1-4 2012

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Photo: Fast Forward Event Productions The BB&T Charleston Wine + Food Festival is almost here. The city of Charleston is known for the most ambitious and forward-thinking cuisine in the southeast and this festival puts such skill on display. The event kicks off March 1 at 10:00 am sharp with the Culinary ...

Read more...|Posted @ 1:57 pm on 02/9/2012

City Under Siege: The Story of Charleston During the Civil War

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Photo: pfarrell95 Charleston was in many ways a center of Civil War action throughout the bloody battles. It was initially a hotbed of secession and then later, the first shots of the Civil War were fired in Charleston’s Harbor. The city was bombarded and surrounded on many occasions by the Union Army partially because ...

Read more...|Posted @ 5:31 pm on 10/14/2011

Boone Hall Fright Nights

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Photo: St0rmz With Halloween just around the corner, what better way to celebrate than at Boone Hall Fright Nights? Boone Hall Plantation presents another memorable event. Enjoy the greatest collection of horror stories that’s ever been told. Start off with Chaos and Quarantine. This horrific legend tells the story of the government’s secret ...

Read more...|Posted @ 4:51 pm on 10/14/2011
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