Capital of South Carolina. State of South Carolina

The state of South Carolina is located in the southeastern United States of America. The state capital is the city of Columbia. The largest cities in the state are cities. Greenville, Charleston, Spartaburg. According to the latest census, the number of people living in the state is 4,723,720. The total area of ​​the state is almost 83,000 square kilometers. The state shares a border with North Carolina in the north and Georgia in the south. South Carolina has access to the Atlantic Ocean from the east. In 1778 it became part of the United States of America and became the eighth in a row.

What to visit

The famous Russell mansion is located in South Carolina. It is interesting for its staircase, which is made without a single support. The staircase connected the 3 floors of the building. The mansion is made in neoclassical style. In the city of Charleston, buildings from America's colonial past have been preserved to this day. The city is also home to the very first museum in US history. You can visit the longest tension bridge, its length is 471 meters. It is definitely worth visiting the US War Memorial Museum, where the aircraft carrier Yorktown is located, it is fully accessible to everyone. The state is famous for its clean and sandy beaches and family-friendly parks. Golf lovers from all over the country come to South Carolina because of the availability of professional courses for this game. In the capital, there is the Riverbanks Zoo, where animals are kept as close as possible to the conditions of the wild. In Huntington Beach Park you can visit the botanical garden, where you can find representatives of flora from all over North America.

Location and weather conditions

South Carolina can be divided into five climate zones. They are located parallel to the coastline of the Atlantic Ocean. In the southeastern part of the state is the Atlantic Basin. The coastal area, running from north to south, is divided into three areas: the Santee River, the Sea Islands and the Grand Strand. The Piedmond Lowlands are located in the central part of the state. In the northeast is the Blue Ridge Mountains, the highest point in the region is Sassafras Mountain, 1080 meters above sea level. In the northwest lie endless forests. This part of the state is also home to large lakes: Thurmond, Moultrie, Strom, Hartwell and Marion. The climate in South Carolina is subtropical. The temperature in the summer is from 19 to 24 degrees Celsius, the temperature in winter does not fall below -2 degrees Celsius. Precipitation most often occurs in the form of hail. The annual precipitation rate is approximately 1000-1300 millimeters. Tornadoes and hurricanes can be observed quite often, 15 hurricanes per year.

Economic component of the state.

The state receives the main income to the treasury from tourism and tourism-related services. The most developed industries in the state are the chemical, clothing and textile industries. Gold mining and raw wood processing are also developed. There are military bases in South Carolina. On the territory of the state in the town of Aikin there is a plant for the production and disposal of nuclear weapons. Automotive concerns have their representative offices and production facilities here. The state produces turbines, paper, and various aircraft parts. Agriculture is developed (tobacco, cotton, cereals, tomatoes, peanuts are grown). South Carolina has the second-highest peach production in the country. Livestock and poultry farming are well developed. Prawns, crabs and other delicacies are harvested to meet the needs of the state and the country.

Local people and religion

The state's population is predominantly white Americans (67%), African Americans (1.5%), Asians (0.5%), Indians and indigenous people (2.2%). Ethnically, 5.2% of the local population is of Spanish or Latin American origin. The population is mainly Christian (92%), Jews make up 0.9% of the population and approximately 7% are atheists.

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In South Carolina, only private clubs are allowed to sell alcohol on Sundays. Tattoos are prohibited by law.

We can say that sea cruises in the Mediterranean Sea are very inexpensive and are especially in demand in America, since approximately seventy-five percent of sea cruises are purchased by Americans, but are not so in demand by residents of Europe.

It will be very interesting for tourists South Carolina, located on the Atlantic coast. This territory became one of the first where Britain organized its colonies. And this same region was among the first to rebel against dependence on the English crown.

The state of South Carolina became the eighth member of the United States. Its population is 4.7 million people, and its area is only 83 thousand km 2.

The capital and at the same time the largest city is Colombia.

A little history

The first European colony was founded here in 1670. 7 years earlier, the British monarch granted the territory of modern South and several of his courtiers.

And almost 60 years later, a split occurred, as a result of which the future state of South Carolina became a separate territory. After the American Revolution, this region, along with 12 others, formed a new state -.

Geography and climate

The state of South Carolina is located in the ego-east of the United States, washed by the waters of the Atlantic Ocean. The relief is mostly characterized by lowlands.

The river valleys are very picturesque, of which there are many in the region. The largest body of water is Marion (reservoir).

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The Atlantic has a significant influence on climate formation. In summer, the average temperature varies from 19 to 26 degrees, in winter it can drop to minus two degrees. There is practically no snowfall here, but hail often falls. The area is also susceptible to hurricanes coming from the ocean.

Population and religious composition

Like most southern territories, there is a fairly large African American population here - 28%. There are practically no indigenous people. Approximately 5% of the population is of Hispanic origin.

Religiously, the largest group is Baptists (41% of the total population). Only 7% of the population preach Catholicism. The same number consider themselves atheists.

Economy

The state of South Carolina has a very diverse economy. Industry is highly developed. It produces parts for automobiles, pulp and paper products, aerospace products, and household goods.

There are a large number of military installations on the territory - it is a major employer in the state.

Agriculture is also one of the leading sectors of the economy. The state of South Carolina has traditionally grown tobacco and produced a variety of tobacco products.

There are large cotton fields and peach plantations here. The state supplies the country with significant quantities of nuts (mainly peanuts and pecans), wheat, tomatoes, corn, etc.

The service sector also brings in a significant amount of profit. Thanks to its mild climate, the state of South Carolina is one of the major tourist and resort centers.

There are a large number of beaches, hotels, restaurants, entertainment centers, etc.

Higher education institutions

The University of South Carolina is considered the largest public university in the state. About 44 thousand students study here, not only from the region itself, but also from neighboring ones. The most popular area of ​​study is business.

The city of Charleston is famous for its colleges. The University of Charleston is the first institution of higher education in South Carolina. It was founded in 1770.

There is also a military college here, one of the oldest in the country.

Attractions

The state of South Carolina is one of the resort states. There are several famous beaches along the ocean coast.

It will also be interesting for tourists to look at the national parks and get acquainted with the flora and fauna of the region. For example, the sabal palm is one of the symbols of the state and is even depicted on its flag.

The numerous entertainment centers are very unusual. For example, the Broadway at the Beach shopping center.

The WonderWorks Museum is worth a visit. It offers visitors a large number of scientific exhibits, but even the building itself is eye-catching.

Architecture should not be ignored either. The state of South Carolina has preserved a large number of buildings from colonial times.

And finally, plantations will help tourists get acquainted with the historical sector of the region’s economy and its characteristics.

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South Carolina (English: South Carolina, (/ˌsaʊθ kærəˈlaɪnə/ (i))) is a state in the southeastern United States, one of the so-called South Atlantic states.

Official name: State of South Carolina

State capital: Columbia

Largest city: Colombia

Other major cities: Aiken, Anderson, Charleston, Florence, Greenville, Myrtle Beach, North Charleston, Rock Hill, Spartanburg, Sumter.

State nicknames: Sabal Palm State.

State Motto: Smiling Faces, Beautiful Places

South Carolina Zip Code: S.C.

State formation date: 1788 (8th in order)

Area: 83 thousand sq. km. (40th place in the country.)

Population: more than 4 million people (26th place in the country).

History of the State of South Carolina

Before European colonization, South Carolina was inhabited by the Yamasee and Kusabo tribes.

In 1663, King Charles II of England granted the lands of North and South Carolina to eight English lords. In 1670, the first European settlement was founded in South Carolina - Charles Town (modern Charleston). In 1729, Carolina was divided into North and South. South Carolina became an independent royal colony - the Province of South Carolina. After the end of the Revolutionary War, the colony became the eighth state of the new state. South Carolina was an agricultural state dominated by cotton plantations. In 1860, South Carolina was the first southern state to decide to secede from the United States in protest against the abolition of slavery. About 60 thousand state residents took part in the Civil War. After the war, the period of Reconstruction began. Industrialization began in the state. In agriculture, they switched from growing cotton to growing soybeans and corn.

Government system of the state of South Carolina

The legislative body is the General Assembly, consisting of the Senate and the House of Representatives. The Senate consists of 46 members elected for a term of 4 years, electing from among its members the temporary chairman of the Senate (President Pro Tempore). The House of Representatives consists of 124 members elected for a term of 2 years, electing from among its members a Speaker and a Speaker pro Tempore.

Executive power is exercised by the Governor of the State of South Carolina, Lieutenant Governors of South Carolina, Secretary of State of South Carolina, Adjutant General. , Attorney General, State Treasurer, Comptroller General, Superintendent of Education, Commissioner of Agriculture - they are all elected for a term of 4 years. The Lieutenant Governor of South Carolina is the President of the Senate. The Governor of South Carolina is the supreme commander of the South Carolina National Guard, and is in charge of the South Carolina National Guard by the Adjutant General of South Carolina.

The highest judicial body is the Supreme Court, consisting of the Chief Justice and 4 Associate Justices, elected by the General Assembly for a term of 10 years. There is also a Court of Appeals, consisting of a Chief Judge and 8 associate judges, elected by the General Assembly for a term of 6 years. The courts of first instance are the circuit courts, elected by the General Assembly for a period of 6 years.

US state
South Carolina
State motto	Dum spiro spero ("While I breathe, I hope")
State nickname	"Sabal Palm State"
Capital	Colombia
The largest city	Colombia
Population	4,723,723 (2012) US 24th
density	56.42 people/km² 18th US
Square	40th place
Total	82,931 km²
water surface	4,949 km² (6%)
latitude	32°40.5" N to 35°12" N w. ,
longitude	78°0.5" W to 83°20" W d.,
Adoption of statehood	23 May 1788 8 in a row
before accepting the status
Governor	Henry, McMaster
Lieutenant Governor	Kevin Bryant
Legislature	South Carolina General Assembly
upper house	South Carolina Senate
Lower Chamber	House of Representatives
Senators	Lindsey Graham Tim Scott
Timezone	Eastern Time: VGM-5/-4
Reduction	S.C.
Official site:	sc.gov
South Carolina at Wikimedia Commons

South Carolina(eng. South Carolina, (/ˌsaʊθ kærəˈlaɪnə/) - a state in the southeast, one of the so-called South Atlantic states.

Story

A colonial plantation-style house, which is a historical and architectural monument, located in The Battery Park, or White Point Gardens, a recreation park in the historic Downtown area of ​​Charleston, known for its rich history.

Before European colonization, South Carolina was inhabited by the Yamasee and Kusabo tribes.

In 1663, King Charles II of England granted the lands of North and South Carolina to eight English lords. In 1670, the first European settlement was founded in South Carolina - Charles Town (modern Charleston). In 1729, Carolina was divided into North and South. South Carolina became an independent royal colony - the province of South Carolina. After the end of the Revolutionary War, the colony became the eighth state of the new state. South Carolina was an agricultural state dominated by cotton plantations. In 1860, South Carolina was the first southern state to decide to secede from the United States in protest against the abolition of slavery. About 60 thousand state residents took part in the Civil War. After the war, the period of Reconstruction began. Industrialization began in the state. In agriculture, they switched from growing cotton to growing soybeans and corn.

Political system

Legislative body - General Assembly ( General Assembly), consists of the Senate ( Senate) and the House of Representatives ( House of Representatives). The Senate consists of 46 members elected for a term of 4 years, electing from among its members the temporary chairman of the Senate (President Pro Tempore). The House of Representatives consists of 124 members elected for a term of 2 years, electing from among its members a Speaker and a Speaker pro Tempore.

Executive power is exercised by:

• Governor of South Carolina (Governor of the State of South Carolina)
• Deputy Governor of South Carolina (lieutenant governors of South Carolina),
• South Carolina Secretary of State (Secretary of State of South Carolina)
• Adjutant General ( Adjutant General)
• Prosecutor General ( Attorney General)
• State Treasurer ( State Treasurer)
• State Controller ( Comptroller General)
• Superintendent of Education ( Superintendent of Education)
• Commissioner of Agriculture ( Commissioner of Agriculture)

All of them are elected for a term of 4 years. The Lieutenant Governor of South Carolina is the President of the Senate. The Governor of South Carolina is the supreme commander of the South Carolina National Guard, and is in charge of the South Carolina National Guard by the Adjutant General of South Carolina.

The highest judicial body is the Supreme Court ( Supreme Court), consisting of a Chief Justice and 4 Associate Justices, elected by the General Assembly for a term of 10 years. There is also a Court of Appeal ( Court of Appeals), consisting of a Chief Judge and 8 associate judges, elected by the General Assembly for a term of 6 years. Courts of first instance - district courts ( Circuit Court), are elected by the General Assembly for a period of 6 years.

Geography

Sabal Palm State
State symbols
State capital:	Colombia
State motto:	Dum spiro spero ("While I breathe I hope") and Animis opibusque parati (“Ready in soul and action”)
State slogan:	"Smiling faces, beautiful places"
State song:	"Carolina" and "South Carolina On My Mind"
State tree:	sabal palm
State Flower:	gelsemium evergreen
State Bird:	Carolina bush wren
State game:	common turkey
State Dog:	boykin spaniel
State animal:	white-tailed deer
State reptile:	loggerhead sea turtle
State Amphibian:	salamander
State fish:	striped bass
State Insect:	Carolina Mantis
State Butterfly:	sailing ship Glavk
State Fruit:	peach
State drink:	milk
Hospitality State Beverage:	tea
State Gem:	amethyst
State Stone:	blue granite
Popular music of the state:	beach music
State Dance:	Carolina Shag
State Snack:	boiled peanuts
Folk craft of the state:	wickerwork
State Dime

South Carolina is composed of five physiographic provinces whose boundaries roughly parallel the Atlantic coastline. The southeastern part of the state is located in the Atlantic Plain. From north to south, the coast is divided into three distinct areas: the Grand Strand, the Santee River Delta, and the Sea Islands.

Reservoirs

Moultrie Reservoir

South Carolina has several large bodies of water, covering an area of ​​more than 1,779 km².
List of largest reservoirs (in descending order of area):

• Marion
• Clark's Hill
• Moultrie
• Hartwell
• Murray
• Russell
• Kiowi
• Wiley
• Wateree
• Greenwood
• Jocassie

Climate

The state is dominated by a subtropical climate, the symptoms of which are most noticeable in close proximity to the Atlantic Ocean. In summer, temperatures range from 19-23 °C inland to 21-23 °C on the coast. In winter, the thermometer drops to −2 °C, and snowfall, as a rule, is not observed; precipitation falls in the form of hail.

Hurricanes originating in the Atlantic Ocean often pass through the state. The state was severely damaged by Hurricane Hazel in 1954 and by Hurricane Hugo in 1989. Also, about 14 tornadoes are observed annually in South Carolina.

Typical monthly maximum and minimum temperatures for some South Carolina cities (°F)
City	Jan	Feb	March	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	But I	Dec
Charleston	59/37	62/39	69/46	76/52	83/61	88/68	91/72	89/72	85/67	77/55	70/46	62/39
Colombia	55/34	60/36	67/44	76/51	83/60	89/68	92/72	90/71	85/65	76/52	67/43	58/36
Greenville	50/31	55/34	63/40	71/47	78/56	85/64	89/69	87/68	81/62	71/50	61/41	53/34

Demography

According to the United States Census Bureau, as of July 1, 2012, South Carolina's population was 4,723,723. Thus, the state's population has increased by 2.1% since the 2010 US Census. Immigration to the United States from abroad and migration from other states increased the population of South Carolina by 115,084 people, of whom 36,401 were immigrants. Based on the 2000 census, South Carolina ranked 21st in population density with just over 56 people per km².

This includes the natural population increase since the last census of 97,715 people (295,425 births minus 197,710 deaths).

According to the University of South Carolina Arnold School of Public Health, South Carolina Foreign Immigration Research Consortium, in 2000-2005. The state's birth rate has grown faster than any other state. The consortium says the number of Latinos in South Carolina is greatly undercounted by the census and may exceed 400,000.

According to the 2010 U.S. Census, the racial makeup of the state includes 66.2 White, 27.9 African American, 0.4% American Indian and Alaska Native, 1.3% Asian, 0.1% Native Hawaiian and other Pacific Islanders, 1.7% from two or more races. However, 5.1% of the total population were of Spanish or Latino origin.

Religious composition

• Baptists - 41%
• Methodists - 15%
• Catholics - 7%
• Orthodoxy - 9%
• Presbyterians - 5%
• Pentecostals - 3%
• Lutherans - 2%
• Atheists - 7%

Gallery of state symbols

Notes

1. United States of America // World Atlas / comp. and preparation to ed. PKO "Cartography" in 2009; Ch. ed. G. V. Pozdnyak. - M.: PKO "Cartography": Onyx, 2010. - P. 168-169. - ISBN 978-5-85120-295-7 (Cartography). - ISBN 978-5-488-02609-4 (Onyx).
2. South Carolina // Dictionary of geographical names of foreign countries / resp. ed. A. M. Komkov. - 3rd ed., revised. and additional - M.: Nedra, 1986. - P. 453.
3. Index of geographical names // World Atlas / comp. and preparation to ed. PKO "Cartography" in 2009; Ch. ed. G. V. Pozdnyak. - M.: PKO "Cartography": Onyx, 2010. - P. 255. - ISBN 978-5-85120-295-7 (Cartography). - ISBN 978-5-488-02609-4 (Onyx).
4. S.C. Code of Laws Title 1 Chapter 1 General Provisions. Retrieved March 12, 2010. Archived August 27, 2011.
5. South Carolina SC - Lakes. Archived from the original on August 27, 2011.
6. http://www.ustravelweather.com/weather-south-carolina/
7. “The Economic and Social Implications of the Growing Latino Population in South Carolina” A Study for the South Carolina Commission for Minority Affairs prepared by The Consortium for Latino Immigration Studies, University of South Carolina, August 2007. Retrieved June 4, 2008.
8. The Consortium reports that the number of Hispanics in South Carolina is greatly undercounted by census enumerators and may be more than 400,000. “Mexican Immigrants: The New Face of the South Carolina Labor Force,” Moore School of Business, Division of Research, IMBA Globilization Project, University of South Carolina, March 2006

Links

• sc.gov(English) - official website of the state of South Carolina

Smiling faces and beautiful places are not only the motto of one of the warmest states in America, but also the everyday reality of South Carolina, which lies on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean, washed by the warm waters of the Gulf Stream. Luxurious colonial architecture and kilometer-long beaches are what greet millions of tourists arriving in the state from different parts of the world. The state's coastline is almost entirely suitable for swimming and beaches, and the longest line of beaches stretches for almost 100 kilometers.

Luxurious colonial architecture and kilometers of beaches are what greet millions of tourists arriving in South Carolina from different parts of the world.

It almost never snows in South Carolina. The minimum temperature in the winter months rarely drops below two degrees, and precipitation almost always falls in the form of hail.

The state capital is Columbia.

The largest cities are Charleston, Rock Hill, Spartanburg.

How to get there

You can get to South Carolina through transit airports of the largest cities on the Atlantic coast of the United States - New York, Atlanta, Charlotte and Philadelphia. Planes regularly fly to the state capital, Columbia, from Detroit, Dallas and Houston. The region is also home to the famous Silver Star train from New York to Miami. There are direct flights from Russia to both cities, so you can try this route too. During the journey, the train passes through Philadelphia, Washington, Baltimore, Jacksonville, Tampa, Orlando and Savannah. The trip promises to be exciting.

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Congaree National Park

Anyone who arrives in Colombia has the opportunity to visit one of the few areas of relict forest on the East Coast of the United States. The park is located thirty kilometers from the city, and you can get there by car within an hour. The terrain in Congaree is marshy, so wooden platforms are laid throughout the park, connected into a simple system for ease of movement. There are many rivers throughout the entire area of ​​the relict forest, so tourists can rent a boat, kayak or Indian canoe. Camping is also allowed here, but be careful: in addition to bears, lynxes, coyotes and snakes, Congaree is full of alligators, which can be quite dangerous.

Charleston

If you want to see a piece of the America that existed here before the period of total industrialization, then you should definitely visit Charleston. The city became the first English settlement in this area, which is reflected in its architectural appearance. In the historical part of the city, many buildings from the colonial era have been preserved, and several estates of former planters have been turned into museums. By the way, the oldest museum in the United States operates in Charleston.

It’s best to start exploring the ancient town at the Visitor Reception and Transportation Center, where you can leave your car and get free maps with tourist routes. You should definitely visit the “French Quarter” of the city, where today the vast majority of galleries are located. The French have not lived here for a long time, but this particular area of ​​Charleston is considered to be the oldest European settlement, even though the city was founded by the British.

Charleston is home to one of the longest tension bridges in the world, spanning 471 meters. The Charleston Bridge connects the city with the oceanfront suburbs.

Charleston has one of the most amazing war memorial museums in the world, the central exhibit of which is the aircraft carrier Yorktown, which took part in the Vietnam conflict. It’s hard to believe, but tourists have access to absolutely all compartments of the huge colossus! On the deck of the ship there are aircraft carrier-based aircraft. Even though the offensive weapons on fighter jets and helicopters are demilitarized, this does not affect the enormity of such a project.

The runway of the aircraft carrier Yorktown currently hosts 25 carrier-based fighters, including the legendary Phantom and Tomcat.

Charleston

Myrtle Beach and Grand Strand

The Grand Strand is a coastal strip with excellent beaches, most of which is in the state of South Carolina. More than 14 million people visit these beaches every year, largely thanks to the well-established entertainment industry. Myrtle Beach is home to several large family parks, as well as dozens of themed entertainment centers.

Myrtle Beach has more than forty golf courses, and thanks to its ideal climate and quality courses, the city attracts a very civilized crowd.

Popular hotels in South Carolina

Colombia

The capital of the state of South Carolina is a fairly large city (131.5 thousand inhabitants), which holds a considerable share of American history.

The first shootout took place in Colombia, practically marking the beginning of the civil war. The sites of the tragic events were Forts Sumter and Johnson, on whose territory museums operate.

Like every American city, Colombia has the “best institution” in the country, which is the luxurious Riverbanks Zoo, where animals live almost in natural conditions.

Colombia even has its own castle, which was built on the lands of Huntington Beach Park, where one of the largest botanical collections on the continent is collected.