South Carolina, US

About

South Carolina is a southeastern state bounded by North Carolina, Georgia, and the Atlantic Ocean. It was one of the original 13 colonies that founded the United States.

Some key facts about South Carolina:

• Capital: Columbia
• Population: Around 5.1 million
• Area: 32,020 square miles
• Nickname: The Palmetto State

South Carolina can be divided into three main geographic regions - the Blue Ridge Mountains, the Piedmont Plateau, and the Atlantic Coastal Plain. Iconic landscape features include Myrtle Beach and Charleston Harbor.

Columbia serves as the capital while Charleston and Greenville are major economic centers known for their historic southern charm. Much of South Carolina is rural farmland. Forestry and manufacturing are also key industries.

South Carolina is steeped in history as the site of the first battle and secession of the Civil War. It has made significant contributions to blues, jazz, and beach music. The state dance is the shag.

Top attractions include Charleston's antebellum architecture, Myrtle Beach golf courses, Carolina barbecue cuisine, and cultural festivals like Spoleto USA. South Carolina experiences long humid summers and short mild winters.

In summary, South Carolina offers southern comfort through its coastal beaches, colonial history, lowcountry cuisine, and hospitable culture. It provides a beautiful window into quintessential Southern heritage and hospitality.

Quick Facts about South Carolina

Ravenel Bridge at night from Mt Pleasant image

Geography

South Carolina is located at 34°0'2"N 81°0'0"W (34.0004300, -81.0000900). It has 2 neighbors: Georgia and North Carolina.

South Carolina map

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The largest city of South Carolina is Anderson County Airport with a population of 194,692. Other cities include, Charleston population 139,714, Columbia population 132,130, North Charleston population 118,752 and Mount Pleasant population 92,799. See all South Carolina cities & populated places.

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Cities, Towns, Villages, Neighborhoods & Other Populated Places in South Carolina.

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People born in South Carolina, including Confederate States Army brigadier general James Cantey, professional wrestler A.J. Styles, Confederate Army general Zachariah Cantey Deas, .

List

• James Hampton (American outsider artist) he was born in 08/04/1909
• Wade Hampton I (United States general (1754-1835)) he was born in 01/01/1754
• Robert Marion (American politician (1766-1811)) he was born in 01/01/1766
• James Longstreet (Confederate Army general) he was born in 08/01/1821
• Micah Jenkins (Confederate Army general) he was born in 01/12/1835
• Samuel Maverick (American politician (1803-1870)) he was born in 23/07/1803
• Arthur Smith (American country musician, songwriter and producer) he was born in 01/04/1921
• John Hunter (American farmer and senator from Newberry, South Carolina (1750-1802)) he was born in 01/01/1750
• Gayle Rubin (American cultural anthropologist, activist, and feminist) she was born in 01/01/1949
• Velma Barfield (American serial killer) she was born in 29/10/1932
• Amos White (American trumpeter) he was born in 06/11/1889
• Guy Davenport (Novelist, short story writer, poet, illustrator, translator, teacher (1927-2005)) he was born in 23/11/1927
• Bettye Ackerman (American actress (1924-2006)) she was born in 28/02/1924
• Buck Baker (American racecar driver) he was born in 04/03/1919
• Oran M. Roberts (American politician (1815-1898)) he was born in 09/07/1815
• Derek Roddy (American musician) he was born in 28/08/1972
• Arnoldus Vanderhorst (politician (1748-1815)) he was born in 21/03/1748
• Benjamin Ryan Tillman, Jr. (American politician (1847-1918)) he was born in 11/08/1847