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Discover Upcountry Carolina
www.theupcountry.com
P.O. Box 3116 (500 E. North Street)
Greenville, SC 29602 (29601)
(864) 233-2690
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Welcome to South Carolina's Upcountry. The six-county region, located in northwest South Carolina, has something for everyone. Quaint small towns and cosmopolitan downtowns, quiet mountain vistas and fun-filled festivals, special events and activities are waiting to be discovered. Best of all, our moderate, four-season climate assures that any time you visit is the right time!
The Upcountry is rich in cultural facilities and boasts vibrant theater and performing arts groups. The museums in the Upcountry are recognized nationally and highlight the art, technology, history and culture of the Piedmont. The area has more than 500 sites of historical significance that include noteworthy American Revolution battlefields and sites.
The Upcountry is a paradise for the outdoor lover. Exciting opportunities for sportsmen adventure seekers and nature lovers alike can be discovered along with breathtaking waterfalls, cool mountain streams and scenic vistas. Visitors can enjoy golf, tennis, hiking, hunting and fishing, camping, boating, whitewater rafting, cycling, and horseback riding.
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Beauty and history come alive in the Old 96 District.
A visit to the Old 96 District will delight your senses and invigorate your imagination. Experience rural beauty and Old South mystique. Discover a culture that played a significant part in shaping our country's future and character.
The Old 96 District is comprised of five South Carolina counties: Abbeville, Edgefield, Greenwood, Laurens and McCormick. The area is located in the western section of South Carolina with 3 of its 5 counties bordering Georgia. Several thousand miles of beautiful and pristine shoreline can be found along South Carolina's Freshwater Coast, part of which touches the shores of the Old 96 District.
Today the Old 96 District contains numerous places listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Visitors will find a variety of interesting tours and entertainment. Churches, battle sites, restaurants, gardens, recreational facilities, lakes, state parks and national forests - many activities await you in the Old 96 District!
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Olde English District Tourism Commission
www.sctravel.net
P.O. Box 1440 (107 Main Street)
Chester, SC 29360
(803) 385-6800
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Travel to the Olde English District to find true Southern hospitality, plantation homes, Revolutionary War and Civil War history and South Carolina's ONLY nationally recognized Indian Tribe. This seven county area is one of the South Carolina's eleven tourism regions. The Olde English District's name was chosen because of the similarity to British town names (e.g. Chester, Chesterfield, Lancaster, York) and because so many Revolutionary War battles were fought in the area.
You can visit over 31 artists' studios and watch the artist at work. Delve into African-American History, including a visit to Cheraw, the hometown of Jazz great, Dizzy Gillespie. Follow the Cotton Trail and see the plantations that cotton built. See where the British had their greatest victories and biggest defeats during the American Revolution. Canoe one of our rivers and see up close the world's largest collections of Rocky Shoals Spider lilies, which root in water, around rocks. When they're in bloom in May and June, it looks as if someone tossed a lace blanket across the river. Or just relax, sit on a front porch at a Bed and Breakfast and rock awhile. We'll treat you like an old friend in the Olde English District.
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Cherokee Indians lived in this region long before the American Revolution. It was the Cherokee's choice to side with Great Britain during the war for independence, which led to the loss of their land in what is now the northwest corner of South Carolina.
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The power of passionate shopping.
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Welcome to Spartanburg, South Carolina. Our rich history and bright future make this community the perfect choice for you next conference or vacation. We are a community that is alive with activity, development and change. From new boutiques and downtown restaurants, to Revolutionary War and Textile history as well as the international businesses like BMW, and Milliken & Co., that call Spartanburg home, this community is on the move.
Learn about the Battle of Cowpens, where General Daniel Morgan and the Spartan militia defeated the British troops, take in a Broadway show at the Spartanburg Memorial Auditorium, or check out the National Football League Carolina Panthers summer training camp. Spartanburg's art and historical museums, botanical gardens, six colleges, almost daily sporting events offer the southern charm that you imagine in more ways than you expect.
Our diverse area offers a wealth of fun and exciting things to do for the shopper, historian, and outdoorsman. For more information and up-to-the-minute activities, call the Spartanburg Convention & Visitors Bureau at 864-594-5050 or 1-800-374-8326 or visit www.VisitSpartanburg.com.
Enjoy your visit to Spartanburg!
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Rock Hill/York County Convention & Visitors Bureau
www.visityorkcounty.com
P O Box 11377 (452 South Anderson Road)
Rock Hill, SC 29730
(803) 329-5200
1-800-866-5200 Toll Free
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Welcome to York County, South Carolina! The Rock Hill / York County area is located 20 miles south of Charlotte, NC along Interstate I-77.
And York County is more than just a place to visit. It's a welcome experience. After only one visit to York County, you will make plans to come again. The Rock Hill / York County area offers a variety of accommodations, attractions, restaurants and activities which are enjoyed by children and adults of all ages. Whatever you are looking for, you will find it in York County's history, culture, art, natural beauty, adventure, entertainment and of course, our amazing southern hospitality.
So come to York County SC ....where you are always welcome!
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No matter who you are, or what your interest, South Carolina will make the corners of your mouth curl up with endless adventure, excitement, exploration and fun.
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