All about holidays in South Carolina. Kongari National Park

We headed south on Highway 17. Our route was to Florida. But we simply had to stop in Charleston. Moreover, there is something to see in this typical southern city in the USA - there are many interesting places and, in my opinion, it is worth spending more than one day on it. Although we didn't succeed.

If you enter Charleston from the north on Highway 17, the first attraction is the Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum, where the main exhibit is the aircraft carrier Yorktown (USS Yorktown CV-10). This is one of 24 US-built Essex-class aircraft carriers. It was launched in April 1943 and took part in the fighting in the Pacific during World War II. In addition, he was a participant in the Vietnam War in the mid-60s, and also ensured the landing of the descent module of the Apollo 8 spacecraft.

To date, only four aircraft carriers of this type remain. All of them, of course, are presented in the form of museums. One is moored at Pier 86 in New York; the other, who was involved in the search and shore delivery of the Apollo 11 crew with Neil Armstrong, near San Francisco; Well, and one more - residents and guests of the city of Corpus Christi in Texas can visit. Yorktown, on the other hand, anchored in Charleston, among the yachts and other ships of the US Navy.

The ship is 265 meters long and 45 meters wide. On board the aircraft carrier Yorktown can accommodate 103 aircraft of various types - aircraft and helicopters.

Another notable attraction in Charleston is the Arthur Ravenel Cable-stayed suspension bridge, completed in 2005.

It is the longest cable-stayed bridge in the United States. Its length is 4000 meters, and the largest span is 471 meters. Until 2011, it was also considered the longest cable-stayed bridge in North America.

Charleston was founded by the British in 1670 and naturally the old part of the city has a European style with its narrow streets. This is a typical Southern city with colonial architecture and lots of palm trees. The historic center of the city is located on a peninsula that overlooks Charleston Bay (Charleston Harbor). There are many picturesque streets in the city, which are pleasant to walk along. From the tourist center (Charleston Visitor Center), located in the historic part of the city on meeting street, many bus tours begin. In addition to excursions by bus, you can ride around the old part of the city on a horse-drawn cart. Such an excursion is much more pleasant if it is not very hot or it is not raining.

An architectural feature of Charleston is that the facades of some houses are very narrow.

This is due to the fact that in the 19th century Charleston was one of the most prosperous cities in the American South, and the government decided to replenish the treasury by introducing an increased tax on luxurious buildings, tying the tax rate to the width of the facade of the house. By building such structures, which are not typical for us, the residents simply avoided paying taxes, leaving the usable area of ​​the house unchanged. But this certainly does not apply to the houses of wealthy colonizers.

Many of them have become museums of "liberated life".

I would like to make a small digression. There are enough parking lots in the city, but it can be difficult to find a parking space near the historical sights of the old part of the city. In paid parking lots, 30 minutes of parking will cost, if I'm not mistaken, $ 2. On the Murray Boulevard embankment, Betteri East and near the aquarium, you can leave the car for free, but it’s very difficult with places there. Yes, and try not to park your car near the poles, otherwise the seagulls can crap it so "try" that you have to go to the car wash.
The South Carolina Aquarium is located in Charleston.

But after visiting the second largest in the world, I did not want to go there.
Nearby are several companies that offer cruises to Fort Sumter, the capture of which began the American Civil War of 1861-1865.

Cruises are different: only along the bay, extended throughout the harbor of Charleston with and without a visit to the fort, on a small boat or on a yacht

Or on this ship

In general, choose which one you like. By the way, the water offers a beautiful view of the embankment of the historic center.

A mile from the coast, on the island of Shute Foley, is one of the three forts that were part of the city's line of defense against aggression from the sea - Pinckney Castle. At first it was an earthen fort, the construction of which began in 1797. It got its name in honor of the hero of the Revolutionary War, Charles Pinckney. The construction of the Pinckney Castle Ford was completed in early 1804, but in September it was almost completely destroyed by a strong hurricane. It was restored again by 1810, but with the use of masonry.

Charleston's most famous defensive structure is Fort Sumter. Its construction began in 1829 and it is the "youngest" fortification of the city. Fort Sumter was not fully completed when the siege began in 1861. At that time, the fort was a brick fortification in the shape of a pentagon, designed to accommodate 650 people and 135 guns in three tiers. The height of the three-story fort was 15 meters, the length of the sides was from 52 to 58 meters, and the thickness of the wall was 1.5 meters. Now he looks like this.

The first in the line of defense of Charleston was Fort Moltrey, which the Americans began to build in 1776 on Sullivan's Island.

Interestingly, in 1827, the famous American writer and poet Edgar Alan Poe served in Fort Moltrie. And the events described by him in the story "The Gold Bug" take place precisely on Sullivan Island. By the way, Sullivan Island has the most expensive houses in Charleston.

But this is due not to the pomposity of the place or the settlement of the rich, but to the nature of the soil - it is sandy here and very expensive insurance due to the high probability of hurricanes. So only wealthy people can afford a house here.

After walking and enjoying the color of the city, we went further. We had an amazing journey ahead of us.

Charleston South Carolina is a city of history, an open-air museum, here every street and house is saturated with many years of history, unique architecture that gives Charleston a special touch of charm and a little European character.

The city is located on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean in South Carolina between the Cooper and Ashley rivers. All Americans should visit this city to study the history of the country firsthand, so to speak.

Story

The city was founded by English colonists in 1670, and named after King Charles II - Charles Towne, later renamed Charleston (Charlston) which grew from a colonial port into a wealthy city by the middle of the eighteenth century. In the mid-nineteenth century, Charleston's economy prospered thanks to its busy seaport, as well as its numerous rice, cotton, and coffee plantations.

In April 1861, Fort Sumter near Charleston was fired on by soldiers, signaling the start of the bloodiest Civil War in history. Charleston was very slow to recover from the destruction of the war, but this became one of the main goals of the city due to the huge list of historically significant monuments of architecture, so Charleston was forced to restore damaged buildings instead of replacing them.

After the war, the city became less and less dependent on the agricultural industry, and gradually rebuilt its economy towards trade and industry. During the first decades of the 1900s, Charleston's industrial and port activities flourished, later tourism, the naval base, and the medical industry became the main sources of capital. Today, about 4,510,000 people visit Charleston annually.

Walk through the historic center or a carriage tour.

Every square meter of Charleston is literally saturated with history? so I would recommend taking a tour? if it is var first visit. After all, you will agree that it is more interesting with a guide. He will show you the most interesting places in the center of Charleston and tell you many informative stories. There are both hiking and horse riding tours. Do you choose? which one is closer to your liking. The wagon tour costs about 40 minutes and costs $22 (be sure to ask for a coupon at the hotel where you are staying and they will give you a $2 discount). As a last resort, get into Wikipedia and print out about the city, so it will be more interesting to walk along the old streets.

ghost tour.

Yes, yes, he is the most ghost tour. The fact is that in Charleston at night it turns into a ghost town. Many residents often encounter unexplained phenomena and often see the silhouettes of ghosts. In one of the hotels there is room 203, where the girl's ghost lives. Believe it or not, this room is booked six months in advance. And the story here is this: The wife of a plantation owner fell in love with the seas and they secretly met in a hotel, in room 203. Once, when a sailor arrived from another business trip, the girl saw him in the arms of another and could not control her feelings and threw herself out of the window of that same room 203. Until now, her ghost lives in this hotel. Many guests of room 203 noticed that someone was rummaging around in their personal belongings, especially women's. One woman staying in that famous room at Christmas could not find her underwear and went down to the reception to complain that someone had stolen her things. What was the surprise of the hotel staff and the guest herself that her bra hung on Rozhdestvenskaya Street in the hotel lobby! Believe all this or not - you decide! The so-called Gost tours take place every evening and start at 10 pm near the central market of Charleston. It all depends on the guide that you come across and what stories he tells you. We were given special ghost detectors, some even signaled ghosts.

Plantations.

There are several plantations in Charleston:

Magnolia Plantation & Its Gardens(Magnolia plantation and its gardens).

Open 365 days a year from 8am to 5:30pm, please check opening hours if you are visiting between November and February. This 17th century plantation was purchased by the Drayton family in 1676. Here are the old gardens of America (c.1680), which bloom all year round, a house built before the revolution, a biblical garden, slave huts, as well as magnificent nature. Cost $15, tours of the house, boat tour for an additional fee. Official website: http://www.magnoliaplantation.com/

Boone Hall Plantation(Boone Hall Plantation).

Belong to the category "You must be here." Boone Hall reflects the history of the US South over the past 300 years and is a working plantation that grows a large amount of vegetables and fruits. Here is one of the longest oak alleys in the world, magnificent flower gardens, an old mansion, as well as a hut in which slaves lived.

Wonderful oak alley:

During the tourist season, there are live performances and bus tours of the plantation.

Representation of Boone Hall Plantation:

Cost $20. The plantation is closed in winter. Official website: http://www.boonehallplantation.com/

Middleton Place(Middleton).

All the charm of America's old gardens is on display here, along with the house museum's collection. Daily activities focus on 18th and 19th century agriculture, horticulture, African American history. The plantation is open daily from 9 am to 5 pm. Closed during the winter season from 21 January to 12 February. The cost is $28. Official site: https://www.middletonplace.org/

Drayton Hall(Drayton Hall).

The oldest unrestored manor in America, still open to the public. The visit includes a tour of the house, an African American cemetery, nature walks, a gift shop. Cost $20. Official site: http://www.draytonhall.org/

Charleston Tea Plantation

Visit the Tea Plantation for fun and broadening your horizons at the same time. Here you will see how the second most popular drink in the world is grown and produced! Breathtaking views of the tea plantations and tasting of various tea varieties. Official website: http://www.charlestonteaplantation.com/

Firefly Distillery(Firefly distillery).

South Carolina's first and largest distillery. The famous sweet tea vodka "Firefly" is produced here. Open for visits and tastings Tue-Sat. 11 am to 5 pm, closed in January. Official site: http://fireflyvodka.com

Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist (Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist) is the principal church of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Charleston. The first cathedral, built of brown stone in 1854, was named after Saint John and Saint Finbar, but in December 1861 it was destroyed by a great fire. After the reconstruction, the church was renamed the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist and built on the foundations of the previous cathedral. The building seats 720 people and is known for its grandiose hand-painted stained glass windows and neo-Gothic architecture.

Old City Market (City Market, or Central Market) is a historic market complex in downtown Charleston South Carolina. Founded in the 1790s, the market spans four city blocks from Meeting Street to East Bay Street. Throughout the 19th century, the market provided a convenient place for farmers and plantation owners to sell beef and agricultural products, and also acted as a meeting and socializing place for locals. Today, the city market sells souvenirs and other items ranging from jewelry to wicker baskets.

South Carolina Aquarium (South Carolina Aquarium) is located in Charleston, South Carolina, opened May 19, 2000 in the historic part of Charleston - Harbor. The aquarium is home to over ten thousand plants and animals, including North American river otters, sea turtles, alligators, blue herons, hawks, owls, green moray eels, king crabs, starfish, pythons and sharks. The largest exhibit in the aquarium is the Great Ocean Wall, which stretches from the first to the third floor of the aquarium, and contains 1,460,000 liters of water and is home to over three hundred fish. Official site: http://www.scaquarium.org

The Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge (Cooper Bridge) is a cable-stayed (suspension) bridge over the Cooper River in South Carolina, connecting downtown Charleston and Mount Pleasant. The eight-lane bridge opened in 2005 and replaced two aging cantilever truss bridges. The bridge has a main span of 471 m and is the third longest cable-stayed bridge in the Western Hemisphere.

Fort Summer (Fort Sumter) is a sea fort located in Charleston South Carolina. The fort is a famous place in the history of the Civil War, it was here that the first shots were fired on April 12, 1861. In 1966, the fort was listed on the US National Register of Historic Places.

Since the city has a rich and eventful history, it is full of museums. Among them are both the oldest museum in the United States and fairly new ones.

Fort Sumter

This fort is one of the main historical attractions of Charleston. It is famous for the fact that it was here that the civil war between the North and the South began in 1861. You can only get here by sea. For example, from Liberty square 2-3 times a day (depending on the season) there is a ferry to the fort. You can also get to the fort from the neighboring town of Mount Pleasant. Water trams run (again, depending on the season) 1 to 3 times a day. The cost of such a tour is about 20 USD.

Moultrie

Another famous fort is located on the opposite side of the bay from Fort Sumter. It can be reached, as I said, by land via Mount Pleasant to Sullivan's Island.

The Charleston Museum

This museum is located in the heart of Charleston. It, in fact, is a local history exhibition: the exposition tells about the history of the city, how its appearance changed and the population grew. The museum consists of three parts:

  1. The Charleston Museum;
  2. The Heyward-Washington House;
  3. The Joseph Manigault House.

You can buy a ticket in one (for 12 USD) or two (for 18) parts, or a complex ticket for 25 USD. There are significant discounts for children and teenagers. You can buy a ticket either on the spot or online. The main building of the museum is located at 360 Meeting Street - directly opposite the visitor center. Working hours - from 9:00 to 17:00.

Confederate Museum

Here you can learn about the path of the southern states, their development and influence in the United States. The museum is small and very budget-friendly: admission for adults costs only 5 USD. Open all year round, all week except Sunday. Located on the same street at 188 Meeting Street (on the corner with Market street). You can find out more information on the official website.

Mace Brown Museum of Natural History

This museum was created specifically for lovers of natural history. Having received a free ticket, you can get acquainted with the ancient inhabitants of these places. The museum is located at the local college, at 202 Calhoun Street. Opening hours - from 11:00 to 16:00 (every day except Wednesday). The full schedule and additional information can be found here.

Other points of interest

And a few more words so you don't think that Charleston has nothing more to offer you. When you go to the Sullivan Islands, or the Palm Islands, or maybe Fort Moultrie, or the Bunhol plantation, you will definitely use the bridge. The Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge. If you, like us, have traveled all over the East Coast of the United States, then it will hardly surprise you (although the bridge is pretty nice).

But the fact that it offers a view of the bay, I liked it. And nearby is laid up the real aircraft carrier USS YORKTOWN (CV-10). The most chic thing is that this former warship is now open to the public. For adults, a visit will cost 22 USD, and for children - 14 USD. Detailed information on the official website.

The Button Museum was opened in 2008 by Dalton Stevens of South Carolina and displays all the button masterpieces. Here, everyone can see the famous Chevrolet, which is covered with 150,000 buttons, as well as the hearse of the local funeral home, which is covered with 600,000 buttons. In addition, to the attention of the audience, two coffins decorated with buttons, various household utensils and other no less interesting and original works.

Dalton Stevens from South Carolina has long been nicknamed the King of Buttons, because for 15 years he diligently sewed and pasted millions of buttons on various objects.

In the 80s, television ended broadcasting at two in the morning, and Dalton Stevens often had insomnia. He found a way to pass the time: he found an old denim overall and just started sewing buttons on it. Three years later, Dalton's overall was covered with 16,333 buttons and weighed 16 pounds. But that was just the beginning... After the jumpsuit came the pantsuit, and then various other objects. For example, guitar, banjo, piano and even an old Chevrolet. Soon such an original hobby attracted the attention of the media, and very soon the whole world already knew the amazing story about the King of Buttons.

By the way, buttons also serve as an entrance fee.

Folly beach

Folly Beach is considered one of the best surf spots on the East Coast of South Carolina. Throughout the year, there are events and master classes in water sports and fishing from the pier.

Folly Beach is a 15-minute drive from Charleston. This sandy beach is crowded all year round and does not die out even with the onset of evening.

It has everything you need for a comfortable stay: rental of beach equipment, water rides, bars, cafes and souvenir shops.

Nature lovers can enjoy the local fauna to their heart's content: a large number of small sea turtles live here, dolphins can be seen in the ocean waters, and the eagles living in this place have long become a symbol of the city.

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Kiawa Beachwalker Park

Beechwalker Park is located in the USA, in the state of South Carolina, on the island of Kiawa. The park has a beach stretching for 11 miles.

In the park you can play tennis or golf, take a walk along the boulevard, which runs through a forest with pines and oaks. The park is home to 18 species of mammals, 30 species of reptiles and amphibians, including alligators and sea turtles. There are 190 species of birds here, including several species of birds of prey, as well as brown pelicans.

On the beach you can watch sea birds, go swimming or surf, enjoy the sun, ride a bike, collect sea shells. There are grilled picnic areas, outdoor showers, a snack bar where you can buy drinks, ice cream, hot dogs and so on.

Beachwalter Park Beach is one of the top ten beaches in the United States according to 2010 data, and ranks 8th in this ranking.

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One of the sunniest states in America South Carolina located in the southwestern part of the country on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean. This state is one of the most visited places in the USA. The main advantage of South Carolina is its endless beaches and many attractions that annually attract thousands of tourists from all over the world.

Almost the entire coastline of the state is one large beach area with clean sand and crystal clear water, divided into separate beaches. The most famous places here are the coasts of Grand Strand and Myrtle Beach. In addition to gorgeous beaches, these resort areas can offer their visitors many entertainment centers, several cozy parks for family recreation and golf courses.

Fans of sightseeing holidays should definitely visit Charleston, one of the oldest cities in America. This city can be safely called the center of the colonial architecture of the United States. You can start your acquaintance with the city from the French Quarter - the oldest part of the city. Here you will have the opportunity to visit several art galleries at once, the Huguenot Church and the Church of St. Philips.
An equally interesting place to visit is Fort Sumter, the symbol of the city. This fort is of great historical importance, because it was here that the Civil War began. Now almost only ruins remain on the site of the fort, however, throughout its territory there are signs describing what was here and when.

Particular attention in Charleston should be given to the famous Arthur Ravenel Bridge. It was built in 2005 and today is the longest suspension bridge in all of America, with a length of 471 m. This bridge serves not only as a local landmark. It is also the route of the annual USA Track & Field run.

There will be something to see in South Carolina for lovers of natural attractions. The most visited place here is the Congari National Park, located in the capital of the state - the city of Colombia. Most of the park is occupied by relic forests, between which several rivers flow. Optionally, you can rent a boat or kayak and go on a water trip through the park. Congari has a very diverse fauna. Here you can see coyotes, bears, alligators and lynxes with your own eyes.
In addition to the National Park in the capital of South Carolina, it is also worth visiting the Ashborough Zoological Gardens, the Riverbanks Zoo, Huntington Beach Castle and the Fort Johnson Museum.

South Carolina is a quintessential US state blessed with centuries of rich history, captivating natural landscapes, picturesque mountains, and amazing cuisine.

South Carolina is otherwise called the sunny state, located in the southwest of America near the Atlantic Ocean. It is washed by the warm current of the Gulf Stream, which is why it is considered one of the warmest states. South Carolina has been listed as one of the most visited tourist destinations in America. They come here for the luxurious architecture of the colonial period, wonderful sandy beaches stretching for many kilometers and beautiful nature. Almost the entire coastline of South Carolina is suitable for swimming, and there are well-equipped beaches along almost the entire length of this line. One of these long strips of well-equipped beach stretches for 100 kilometers in length.

About the rest in South Carolina, attractions and entertainment, we will tell in this article.

The motto of this state and, by the way, the daily reality is constantly smiling people and beautiful places.

The capital of South Carolina is Columbia. This is a fairly large and developed metropolis with interesting architecture and historical sights. Other metropolitan areas include the cities of Spartanburg, Charleston, and Rock Hill.

This state is special in that it almost never snows here, and the temperature rarely drops below + 10 degrees. Even in the winter months, it is very rare if the thermometer drops below +2 degrees. Precipitation in almost all cases falls in hail.

How to get there

The way to South Carolina lies through the major transit airports on the east coast of America. These are airports in, Washington, Atlanta, Charlotte. Of these, you can safely transfer to other planes in the capital of the state - Colombia. You can also take bus routes to South Carolina cities. The well-known New York Silver Star train passes through the state, heading to Miami. These two cities have direct flights from Russia.
South Carolina on the map:

Accommodation

If you want to stay in South Carolina to relax for a few days, then you should definitely take care of a place to stay. The best option is to rent a room in a local hotel or motel. Fortunately, South Carolina is one of the tourist centers of the United States, so the choice of hotels here is huge. You can stay in an ordinary hotel, a five-star resort center or a special sanatorium. Here is a small selection of the most popular hotels in South Carolina:

  • Belmond Charleston Place;
  • French Quarter Inn;
  • Hyatt House Charleston;
  • The Sanctuary Hotel at Kiawah Island Golf Resort;
  • Sonesta Resort Hilton Head Island;
  • Myrtle Beach Marriott Resort;
  • Zero George Street;
  • Market Pavilion Hotel;
  • Anchorage 1770 Inn;
  • Marriott's SurfWatch.

Attractions and Natural Monuments of South Carolina

Beaches

The main advantage of the state lies in its endless beaches, which annually attract vacationers to these lands. The coastline of South Carolina is a single beach area with sands as white as flour and crystal clear water. The coastline of the state is divided into numerous beaches.

South Carolina runs along the Grand Strand. This large strip of beaches is very popular with tourists. About 14 million people come here every year. Some of them come here because of the well-developed entertainment industry. The most popular town is Myrtle Beach. There are many family parks for recreation and large entertainment centers.

Myrtle Beach is very popular among the civilian public for its ideal climate and quality service. And also the fact that there are more than 40 perfect golf courses.

In addition to luxurious beaches where you can enjoy the southern sun, there is a huge number of entertainment centers, as well as places for family recreation.

Charleston

It is advisable for connoisseurs of excursions to visit Charleston. This is one of the oldest cities in America. If you would like to get acquainted with America during the industrial revolution, then welcome to Charleston. After all, it is in Charleston that the center of the colonial architecture of America is concentrated. All thanks to the fact that this city was the first colony-settlement of the British in South Carolina. Accordingly, he retained his former appearance and charm, especially in architecture.

The historical part of Charleston is rich in architectural sights of that era. And the surviving estates of the local planters have been turned into historical museums. And one of the oldest museums in the US is also located here in the town of Charleston.

It is best to start acquaintance with the town from the information center for vacationers and tourists. Here you will be shown and told about the main tourist routes, sights of the city and will be given special maps for tourists.

In addition, guests of the city are advised to get acquainted with the French Quarter. Most of the city's art galleries are located here. Although the French have not lived here for a long time, and the founders of the city were British colonists, this part of the city is still called the French Quarter and is the oldest part of Charleston. Getting to know the city includes a visit to Fort Sumter, the symbol of the town. This place is given a worthy and honorable significance, because it was here that the Civil War was carried out.

The famous Arthur Ravenel Bridge is especially famous in Charleston. It is the longest suspension bridge in the United States. It reaches 471 meters in length and connects the main part of the city with the suburb, which is located near the ocean shore.

Also in the town is one of the most interesting military memorial museums in the world. The most important exhibit in it is the aircraft carrier Yorktown. Tourists have full access to all cabins and compartments of the aircraft carrier, you can look at all the interesting details of this huge ship. And on the upper deck of the aircraft carrier there is an exhibition of carrier-based aviation equipment. Although all offensive weapons from aircraft and helicopters have been removed, the spectacle is still very impressive.

Kongari National Park

Fans of natural attractions can go to the Kongari National Park. It is located on the east coast near the city, about 30 km. It's less than an hour by car. The park is dominated by predominantly relic forests, through which meandering rivers make their way. The national park is unique in that a diverse fauna has been preserved here.

Among the animals you can meet a bear, lynx, coyote, alligator. It is also interesting that the local area is swampy, which is why the park has a whole system of wooden platforms connected together. This greatly simplifies the movement of the park. And since many rivers flow throughout the park, the administration allows everyone to rent kayaks, canoes or ordinary boats. You can also camp here.

Other interesting objects

The Russell Mansion is another great attraction in South Carolina. She is famous for her creative stairs without supports. The neoclassical style of the building is so beautiful that it takes your breath away!

Colombia is the capital of the state and a very large city with a population of about 130,000 people. The city is particularly popular because it keeps a good piece of American history. After all, it was here that the first shootout took place, because of which the civil war between the North and the South began. Large military operations were carried out on the territory of Forts Johnson and Suter. Today they are large historical museums.

You can also visit the Riverbanks Zoo, where animals live in conditions as close to natural as possible. Scientists here are doing a lot of interesting research. One of which is an attempt to record the voices of giraffes. Previously, they were considered dumb animals. Previously, local zoologists, along with colleagues from Ashborough, were able to prove the existence of complex verbal communication between giraffes.

Kitchen

When visiting South Carolina, be sure to visit the Lazy Goat Mediterranean restaurant. It is worth noting that it is known throughout the world for its gourmet cuisine. Dishes here are prepared for every taste. Therefore, this restaurant can satisfy even the most capricious gourmet. But one of the most popular dishes is oysters with sour milk sauce and frozen hot chocolate. You will definitely like it.

What to bring?

When traveling South Carolina, be sure to buy souvenirs for your family and friends. For lovers of alcoholic drinks, choose American whiskey. Because they haven't tried it yet. For lovers of sweets, real peanut butter will be a wonderful gift.

Natural Starbucks coffee will also be a good surprise for your loved ones.

In addition, you can purchase a large number of figurines and magnets that will definitely remind you of a wonderful vacation.

shopping

South Carolina is a great place for shopping and shopping. We have listed for you the most popular supermarkets and shopping malls in this state:

  • Citadel Shopping Center;
  • Haywood Mall;
  • Market Common Myrtle Beach shopping center;
  • Tanger Outlets;
  • Northwoods Mall;
  • Valentina's Pottery;
  • Mr. K's Used Books.

South Carolina and its prices

South Carolina has a variety of accommodation options. So, if you settle in a two-star hotel, you will have to pay 60-80 dollars per night. Renting a room in a 3-star hotel costs about $120-150 per night. Eating out in America is usually full of fast food. A serving of french fries, a hamburger and a drink will cost around $8. A good lunch at a mid-range restaurant will cost about $60 per person.

Security and Communication

Cellular communication in these regions is very good. Interruptions or lack of network is a rarity. Using the services of European operators or Russian operators will not be much inferior to local operators. Although, of course, you can purchase a SIM card from an American operator.

The crime rate in South Carolina is about average compared to the steel states of America. Although according to statistics, it is located in about a dozen safe states.

South Carolina is a great place to relax and explore the beauties of America. A little more beauty of the state - in the video:

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