The historic seaport city of Charleston is famous for
its architecture and its gardens. Grand apartments in centuries-old homes
line the charming streets that wander through quiet neighborhoods dating
from the 1670s.
The Charleston Museum, Charleston Library, and Gibbes Museum of Art satisfy a variety of cultural interests. Charleston is also the site of the annual, internationally celebrated Spoleto Arts Festival - when the many Charleston venues join forces to offer over 120 world class dance, theater and opera performances in 17 days and nights. At the same time the more accessible Piccolo Spoleto adds another 700 cultural experiences to the festival, transforming Charleston into vibrant cultural mecca.
Year round attractions include the Charleston Symphony, the Charleston Opera Company, and the Choral Society, as well as by many church groups. The Footlight Players are well-known for their productions. Charleston also boasts a vibrant nightlife with numerous restaurants and clubs.
The presence of nearby colleges, beaches and rivers
and a pleasant subtropical climate add to Charleston's many charms. Outdoor
activities include a variety of water sports such as skiing, surfing
and wind surfing, as well as camping opportunities on the barrier islands
in the adjacent wildlife sanctuaries. The Appalachian Mountains are a
three hour drive from campus and provide for hiking, camping, and snow
skiing.
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Charleston is comparable to other large cities. The following site is provided for the purpose of comparisons:
Salary/Cost of Living Comparison Calculator
Charleston Links
Visitors as well as those planning to be in
historic charleston for an extended period of time can get connected
with the sites, sounds, and activities in the Charleston area through
on the links below:
Charleston
Chamber of Commerce
Charleston Convention
and Visitor Bureau
Charleston County
School District
Charleston.net (The Post and Courier)
City
of Charleston
South
Carolina Government Web Site
SCIway - Charleston Page
SCIway - Home Page
Events & Attractions
Beaches
Boating
and Fishing
Boone Hall
Plantation
Charleston
Battery Soccer
Charleston County Parks
Charleston
Museum
Charleston Riverdogs
Baseball
Charleston
Stage Company
Charleston
Symphony Orchestra
Drayton Hall
Family Circle
Cup
Festival
of Houses & Gardens
Golf Courses
IMAX Theater
Magnolia
Plantation & Gardens
Middleton Place
Moja Arts Festival
Museums
Restaurants
Shopping
South Carolina
Aquarium
Spoleto Festival
USA
Stingrays
Ice Hockey
Charleston Weather
