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Categories: South Carolina Travel Photos Tags: architecture, charleston, landscape, people, south carolina, travel photography, urban |
Charleston, South Carolina is rich with history, culture, entertainment, and southern charm. Located along the east coast of the United States, the city is situated around the Atlantic Ocean, Ashley River, and Cooper River which also forms Charleston Harbor. Known as The Holy City because of it’s churches, Charleston long ago established a law forbidding any structure from standing taller than the church steeples of the city. In affect, this made Charleston spread out much larger than most southern cities and providing the visitor with a huge area to cover if they wish to see it all.
If you happen to visit Charleston, be sure to stop at the Mount Pleasant Visitors Center under the Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge and pick up a copy of The Charleston Walking Tour by Alan Hartley. This fantastic little guidebook lays out a map of the historic district of Charleston complete with a few sample photos and descriptions of dozens of historic buildings and locations. Trust me: it will take you more than one day but probably not more than a week to make it through this guide and visit the history of Charleston.
The grave of John Caldwell Calhoun in the St. Phillips Church cemetery on Church Street in Downtown Charleston, South Carolina on Tuesday, February 8, 2011. Photo Copyright 2011 Jason Barnette (Jason Barnette)
Homes along The Battery, a section of the city which was once used as an artillery garrison to protect the harbor, in Downtown Charleston, South Carolina on Wednesday, February 9, 2011. Photo Copyright 2011 Jason Barnette (Jason Barnette)
An earthquake bolt on the side of an older home, installed as a result of the 1886 earthquake which destroyed much of the city, are now used to tie opposite walls of the homes together for added structural support throughout Downtown Charleston, South Carolina on Friday, April 15, 2011. Photo Copyright 2011 Jason Barnette (Jason Barnette)
A United States flag, circa 1860, flies along Meeting Street near St. Michael's Episcopal Church in Downtown Charleston, South Carolina on Friday, April 15, 2011. Photo Copyright 2011 Jason Barnette (Jason Barnette)
St. Michael's Episcopal Church, built in 1761 at 80 Meeting Street, is the oldest church building in the city in Downtown Charleston, South Carolina on Friday, April 15, 2011. Photo Copyright 2011 Jason Barnette (Jason Barnette)
Circular Congressional Church, was built in 1804 and rebult in 1892 following the destruction of the original building, located along Meeting Street is also home to the oldest gravesite in Downtown Charleston, South Carolina on Friday, April 15, 2011. Photo Copyright 2011 Jason Barnette (Jason Barnette)
The Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, located at 120 Broad Street, is built upon the ruins of the original Catholic church. Construction began in 1890 with the laying of the corner stone, opened in 1907, but because of a lack of funds the steeple, bell tower, and cross were not installed and construction complete until 2010. Located in Downtown Charleston, South Carolina on Friday, April 15, 2011. Photo Copyright 2011 Jason Barnette (Jason Barnette)
You can view my entire gallery on Charleston on my photography website here – http://jasonbarnette.photoshelter.com/gallery/Charleston/G0000S7anMZBC.gE/
You can also comment, like, and share my photos on my Facebook Page here – http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10150155780454965.292928.363868214964&type=3
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About Jason BarnetteJason Barnette is an internationally published travel photographer based in Myrtle Beach, SC. From here, Jason explores the Southeastern United States shooting photos of the travel industry, tourism, and beautiful landscapes. His photos focus on telling the story of a destination from beginning to end throughout all four seasons, highlighting landscapes, people, food, lodging, and entertainment. Through this blog, Jason publishes his best photos from specific assignments, travel destinations, parks, and projects.
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