South Carolina is one of the prettiest states in the U.S. Located on the East Coast between North Carolina and Georgia, The Palmetto State offers many seaside resorts on the Atlantic that combine sandy beaches with a historical center. From the rolling hills of the Upcountry to the glistening lakes of the midlands to the wide, white sandy beaches of the Atlantic coastline, South Carolina has beautiful scenery and a rich history documented by attractive plantations and the northwestern foothills where fierce battles were fought during the Civil War.

Upstate South Carolina offers many good outdoor possibilities. The Blue Ridge Mountains are a favorite for hikers, campers, outdoor sportsman and fisherman alike. In the heart of South Carolina the capital city of Columbia is a booming town, with reminders of the civil war throughout the town. The Capitol building is must see for history buffs; each bronze star on the building indicates where a cannon ball struck the building. While Charleston, situated on the coast, is one of its best-known tourist destinations, being the site of the first permanent English settlement.
Other State attractions include Myrtle Beach, a popular resort city famous for its golf, centered on the sun-drenched stretch of coastline on the northern border; peaceful island resorts such as Kiawah, Seabrook and Hilton Head which has 20km (12 miles) of beautiful beaches, unspoilt forest and golf courses; and the Oconee State Park in the lush northern Upcountry.

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