Founded originally as "Charles Town" in 1670 after King Charles II, Charleston was formerly the largest slave trade port in North America. Today, it's the largest city in the state of South Carolina, and one of the most historic cities in the United States.
Situated on a peninsula and vicinity where three rivers meet the Atlantic Ocean, Charleston has retained an exotic allure displayed in its architecture, food, and the colloquial "Southern Hospitality" that is synonymous with the city's extraordinary charm.
