Charleston City of History
Charleston South Carolina : Whether your trip to historic Charleston, SC is for business, a romantic getaway, challenging golf, or a fun filled family vacation; charlestonhotelguide.com is the perfect resource for hotel accommodations in historic Charleston, SC and the surrounding areas. Offering a choice of historic hotels and inns, family friendly inns, water and oceanfront inns and hotels, you are sure to find accommodations to suit any plan or budget. For true southern hospitality and quality accommodations, book your hotel reservations online at one of our fine hotels or inns today. Our friendly staff members will help make your next trip to historic Charleston, SC an unforgettable memory. Charleston, SC is America's most beautifully preserved architectural and historic treasure, with a rich, 300-year history. Since it's founding in 1670, Charleston has played an important and often pivotal role in the course of American history. The city's past is a testament to the spirit and tenacity of its citizens. Throughout history, Charleston has been the scene of numerous historic "firsts". The initial shot of the Civil War was fired on Union troops stationed at Fort Sumter in Charleston Harbor. The first regularly scheduled passenger train service in America was established in 1830. America's first golf course, Harleston Green, and the first golf club, The South Carolina Golf Club were established in 1768. History is literally around every corner in Charleston, SC. Historic Charleston is equally acclaimed for its contributions to the arts and humanities and is often viewed as a "living museum". For ten consecutive years, Charleston has been named by Conde Nast as one of the top ten destinations in the United States and by Marjabelle Young Stewart as the "most mannerly" city in America. Legendary "Old South" ambiance awaits you as you cross the scenic Ashley River Bridge into the West Ashley area of Historic Charleston. West Ashley is home to the Charlestown Landing State Historic Site. This multi-faceted state park is the site where the original city was founded in 1670. Located on Ashley River Road (Hwy 61, you'll find historic Drayton Hall Plantation, Magnolia Plantation and Gardens and Middleton Place Gardens. Just a short ten-minute drive to Charleston's famous historic district, West Ashley offers easy access to all of Charleston's most famous attractions. Located just five miles from historic downtown Charleston, via I-26, North Charleston is the third largest city in South Carolina. Home of the Charleston Area Convention Center Complex and the North Charleston Performing Arts Center, North Charleston offers an array of sporting events, concerts, Broadway Plays and other creative entertainment. Naval history continues to be made on the former Charleston Naval Base as the recovery of the CSS Hunley, raised off our coast in August 2000, uncovers mysteries of the fateful voyage and crew members. In 1864, the CSS Hunley was the world's first submarine to sink a vessel, the Union Navy's largest warship, the Housatonic in Charleston's harbor. Located just across the Cooper River from historic downtown Charleston is the lovely and historic town of Mount Pleasant, founded in 1670. Mount Pleasant's largest attraction is Patriots Point Naval and Maritime Museum. One of the world's largest maritime museums, it is home to the aircraft carrier Yorktown, World War II's famous "Fighting Lady". Other attractions include the WWII destroyer Laffey, submarine Clamagore and Coast Guard cutter Ingrham. In addition to a re-creation of a Vietnam era naval support base, Patriots Point also proudly serves as home of the National Congressional Medal of Honor Museum. Just two miles away, in the original heart of Mount Pleasant is the Old Village. This National Register district abounds with beautiful homes from the colonial and antebellum periods. The Old Village offers a beautiful public park, an expanded area for crabbing and fishing and a panoramic view of the harbor. Just a short 20 minute drive from Historic downtown Charleston, is the serene Isle of Palms. The Isle of Palms offers every activity imaginable. Whether you are the adventurous type, or prefer to relax under the warm South Carolina sun, you are sure to find your own special fun. If the surf is your passion, you will love the Isle of Palms! Great surfing, swimming, windsurfing, surfcasting and off shore fishing are yours for the asking. Visitors to the Isle of Palms also enjoy the historic charm of neighboring Sullivan's Island. Located on Sullivan's Island, visitors find Fort Moultrie, originally built during the Revolutionary War. Edgar Allen Poe wrote his famous story "The Gold Bug" while stationed here. Sullivan's Island is also the burial site for Seminole Indian Chief Osceola. Other historic sites on Sullivan's Island include the Sullivan's Island lighthouse and numerous shore batteries that provided defense until the end of World War II. The Isle of Palms offers the seclusion and charm of a sea island with the comforts and amenities of a great beach vacation. Best of all, it is located just 12 miles from historic downtown Charleston. Whether your visit is for business, pleasure, a romantic getaway or fun family retreat, you are sure to find historic Charleston and the surrounding areas a destination unlike any other. The only thing you won't find is a shortage of interesting things to see, do and enjoy!