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Carolina from its earliest history resisted European settlement
beginning with the Spanish in the early 1500's.
An attempt
by the French at mid-century resulted in the exploration party
resorting to cannablism against the harsh conditions on Parrish
Island.
The first
English settlement was made a century later in 1670 at Albemarle
Point. However, harsh conditions drove settlers to the site of
present day Charleston.
Leading up
to the American Revolution, Charlestonians were strong supporters
of their rights in the Stamp Act crisis in 1765, although later
the Revolutionary war pitted colonists in favor of independence
against those loyal to the king.
South Carolinians
who chose to fight eventually took part the southern campaign
at Kings Mountain
(1780) and Cowpens
(1781).
Staunchly
pro-slavery, South Carolina was the scene of the beginning of
the Civil War with first shots fired at Fort
Sumter on April 12, 1861.
Along with many
of its historical connections, today South Carolina offers visitors
coastal scenery and summer vacation fun at Myrtle
Beach, and Hilton
Head, Cypress
Gardens in Charleston, and the Riverbanks
Zoo and Botanical Garden in Columbia.
Related
Web Sites:
The Official Tourism Site of South Carolina -
Check out feature travel articles with what's happening throughout
the state, plus travel facts, vacation trip planner, major tourist
attractions, hotel and dining guides.
Hilton
Head Travel Guide - One of the top summer vacation attractions
offering coastal beaches, romantic getaways, family fun, famous
golf courses, top restaurants and hotels, plus practical visitor
information including maps, directions, weather info.
Charleston
Area Convention & Visitors Bureau - Beautifully laid-out
vacation guide featuring travel news & updates, hotel and
dining guides, event calendar, major & nearby tourist attractions,
maps, pictures, video clips.
Myrtle
Beach Area Convention and Visitors Bureau - More popular
beach fun for the entire family with the latest news, weather
info, major tourist attractions, hotel & dining guides, pictures,
map, FAQ.
Greenville
Convention & Visitors Bureau - In foothills of the
Blue Ridge Mountains with guides to its scenic vacation wonders
as well as dining & lodging, major & nearby attractions,
maps, directions, visitor center contact info.
South
Carolina Attractions, Roadside America - Offbeat attractions
are the focus here, with tidbits on the weird and wonderful -
including the world's smallest police station in Ridgeway, the
Whirlygigs of Herron Briggs in Greensville, and the Serpentarium
on Edisto Island.
South
Carolina Summer Vacation Calendar:
also see -> South
Carolina Beaches | South
Carolina Wineries
South
Carolina Fall Foliage | Christmas
in South Carolina
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