Visiting Charleston? Here's 5 Spots You Must See!
There's no shortage of eye candy here in Charleston! Let's talk about the five things to see while you're visiting this beautiful, sunny city.
1. Shem Creek
Number one on my list is my personal favorite, Shem Creek. Shem Creek is known to be the number one picturesque waterway in the Lowcountry area. It's one of the most popular unloading areas for the shrimp boats here in Charleston. Take a stroll down the boardwalk or sit down for a meal at one of the many restaurants or bars. Want to have a bit of an adventure? Hop on a boat, rent a paddle board or a kayak and head out to the creek. Keep your eye on the waterway as I bet you'll see some dolphins. Want to learn more about the beautiful Shem Creek? Go check out Margaret's post on Shem Creek.
2. Boneyard Beach
Hop on a boat and head to Boneyard Beach. Boneyard Beach is located on Bulls Island. This beach gives you the perfect idea of how erosion is affecting our coastal geography. Here at Boneyard Beach you can see where the ocean has breached the dunes and has overtaken the maritime forest. This resulted in an unnatural view of bare trees. It's the perfect place for photography and exploration as the water moves into low tide.
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3. The Angel Oak
Angel Oak is one of the oldest living oak trees on the east side of the Mississippi River. The estimated age of this tree is between 400 and over 1,000 years old. This awe inspiring oak is located on Johns Island and is over 66 feet tall with sprawling roots and branches. Take some food and a blanket for a picnic or head over there to take the perfect picture. Wondering how the tree got its name? There are a few stories out there, but the one I love the most is that the sprawling limbs resemble angel wings.
4. Boone Hall Plantation
The next must see in Charleston is Boone Hall Plantation and Gardens. Are you a lover of The Notebook? This one's for you. 30 minutes from downtown Charleston lies Boone Hall. Boone Hall was the backdrop for Nick Cassavetes' The Notebook. This historic landmark gives you a look into the bleak past of America. Hop up into a tractor and get a tour to learn some history. Boone Hall is worth visiting for the Avenue Of The Oaks entranceway alone.
5. The Old Exchange
Last but not least is The Old Exchange. The Old Exchange was used during the 18th century for civic functions, inclusing a public market, public meeting place, and, the coolest part, a jail. The history of this building comes alive with guides dressed in colonial style. They give you a history the pirates, patriots, and presidents of the time. This location held pirates in the 1690s when they were captured out in the Charleston Harbor. This building is filled with history and stories and is an absolute not miss for sure.
All right, y'all, that's a wrap on our must sees while you're visiting Charleston. Make sure to let us know in the comments what you are most looking forward to seeing on your next visit to Charleston. New Paragraph
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