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Glimpses of Charleston

A local's eye view

Waterfront Park Sunrise

One of the great spots in Charleston to watch the sun rise is Waterfront Park.

Perched on the edge of the peninsula, Waterfront Park provides panoramic views all across Charleston Harbor — out to Fort Sumter and beyond. Whether you are looking out at the water or through one of the beautiful fountains in the park, it’s a special place to be in the early morning hours.

Ask a Local

What’s the deal with the City Market? Were slaves sold there or not?

asks John H., from Seattle, Washington… The City Market is what was called the “Slaves’ Market,” not the “Slaves Market.”  That apostrophe makes all the difference in the world. While a shocking number of humans were sold into slavery in Charleston (a very dark period in the City’s history), they were not sold at what […]

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