Beaufort and Port Royal ,
South Carolina area information
Beaufort, South Carolina
Beaufort is located on Port Royal
Island, one of the large Sea Islands along the southeast Atlantic
coast of the U.S. It is one of the few towns with its entire
downtown designated by the National Trust for Historic Preservation
as a historic district. The town of Beaufort, South Carolina was filled with mansions built by
the wealthy plantation owners before the Civil War. It was one of
the only Southern towns occupied by Union troops, rather than
destroyed during the war. More than 50 historic structures have been
identified and include many lovely private homes beautifully
restored and enjoyable on tour by professional guides, either
walking or via horse-drawn carriage or bus. Spring and fall events
offer special opportunities for visitors to tour several private
homes and gardens.
Beaufort, SC is host to
Art galleries and antique shops. Modern boutiques are also within
the downtown walking area, not to mention fine dining and quick
eateries. The moderate climate hosts outdoor relaxation for meals or
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City of Beaufort |
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Port Royal, South Carolina
The Town of Port Royal is located
between the Beaufort River and Battery Creek in the South Carolina
Lowcountry. The Town is home to two military installations, Marine
Corps Recruit Depot at Parris Island and Naval Hospital, Beaufort,
as well as neighbor to the historic City of Beaufort and The Marine
Corps Air Station, Beaufort. Historic Port Royal is a well kept
secret being only five miles from downtown Beaufort, a hour from
Historic Charleston, Savannah and a short drive to Bluffton and
Internationally known Hilton Head Island.
The Town takes pride in its unique natural environment and its
accessibility to that environment through its network of walking
trails, community beach, boardwalk, and observation tower. Port
Royal is experiencing significant growth which has led to the
revitalization of the traditional, historical, mixed-use core; the
renovation of historic homes; residential infill in and around
downtown; and the expansion of the Town's elementary school. Port
Royal seeks to foster community and direct new development with the
guidance of a Neo-Traditional Master Plan. The Town of Port Royal is
recognized as one of America's leaders in small town New Urbanism.
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Town of Port Royal |
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