Charleston

Charleston in South Carolina is a historic and pleasant city that has provided the backdrop to many of the most dramatic events in the history of the USA. Thanks to the length of time that the city has been extant and the way in which it has been the center of these events, Charleston has become a city that offers visitors a wide range of experiences, from culture to entertainment, and from shopping to sightseeing, that all make Charleston a unique and fascinating place to visit.

One of the things that visitors to Charleston notice almost immediately once they arrive in the city is the fact that unlike many other American cities, the pressures of the modern world have not forced the removal of character from the city, and the skyline remains distinctly low rise and friendly to visitors. The skyline is resolutely traditional, and rather than being dominated by office blocks, the high points of the panorama of Charleston are its many churches. To this day, Charleston is known as the Holy City thanks to the number of church steeples that can be seen towering above the streets.

Thanks to its location on the coast of South Carolina, Charleston has developed into the hub of the local beach resort communities, acting as a gateway into the region for the thousands of people who travel to the area each year on vacation. There are tens of miles of beautiful beaches facing the Atlantic Ocean, and thanks to the sheer number of different beaches on offer, it is possible to spend a relaxing day enjoying the sun in places that are popular and offer plenty of things to do in between dips in the city, and also small and secluded coves where you can get away from the crowds.

The best thing about visiting Charleston is that the city offers the chance to enjoy the sights and sounds of the south within easy reach of the beaches, so you can mix the grown up pleasures of museums art galleries and shopping malls with other entertainment such as beaches, theme parks and shows, meaning that as a holiday destination, Charleston has something for everyone.