Look Up, South Carolina!: Walking Tours of 25 Towns in the Palmetto State - Paperback

by Doug Gelbert (Author)

South Carolina has towns that were founded by the British, towns that were founded by the Irish, towns that were founded by the French. South Carolina has towns built in the mountains, towns built on a great ocean, towns built on great rivers. South Carolina has towns built on cotton, towns built on timber, towns built railroads, towns built as resorts. There is no better way to see South Carolina towns than on foot. And there is no better way to appreciate what you are looking at than with a self-guided walking tour.A walking tour can be many things. Interested in heritage tourism? Looking for an educational day trip for the kids? Need a fun exercise plan? Want to find subjects to take great pictures? Whether you are visiting a new town or just out to look at your own town in a new way, a South Carolina walking tour from walkthetown.com is ready to explore when you are.Each of the 27 walking tours in LOOK UP, SOUTH CAROLINA! describes a mix of historical, architectural, cultural and ecclesiastical landmarks. Street addresses and step-by-step directions lead the way. A quick primer on identifying architectural styles seen on South Carolina's streets is included.So look twice before crossing the street and get out and look up, South Carolina!

Author Biography

Doug Gelbert has written over 30 guidebooks on such diverse topics as public golf courses, the Civil War, movie filming locations and the best places to hike with your dog. For more information on this title visit the website walkthetown.com.