A local's eye view
One of the interesting architectural details of Charleston is where two significant houses are built literally back to back. These can be found on Tradd Street. Also interesting is the technique of using quions (pronounced “coins”) — the blocks rising along the corner of the house.
The tip of the Charleston peninsula in the early morning, as seen from the Marina Variety Store Restaurant. Even with clouds, the early morning sky in Charleston can be beautiful.
Window boxes in Charleston sometimes take the place of front yards. This is a heck of a front yard! The Sweet Potato Vine really is eye-catching.
Early evening is a lovely time to take a carriage ride in Charleston. The horse is heading home on Church Street as it crosses Broad.
The famed Pineapple Fountain in Waterfront Park welcomes the rising sun.
The sun rising over Charleston Harbor, illuminating the wonderful Cooper River Bridge.
Charleston is famed for its gardens, houses and iron gates. You can find this garden on Charlotte Street.
Charleston is known for its spectacular gates. This one is fairly new and can be found in the Charlotte Street Park, home to the Irish Memorial, next to the Port.
Whether walking on the sidewalk or sailing on the Ashley River, it’s always wonderful being on the Low Battery in Charleston.
This gorgeous house is just one of many in Charleston. Love the way the jasmine grows on the trees. It can all be found on the Front Battery, along Murray Boulevard.