Welcome to Charleston

Charleston, South Carolina is the oldest city and largest city in the state of South Carolina.  Charleston was founded in 1670.  Initially known as Charles Towne in honor of King Charles II of England.  In 1783, at the end of the Revolutionary War, Charles Towne became incorporated and its name changed to the current spelling Charleston.  Charleston is a city rich in history that includes its involvement American Revolution through the Civil Rights Era.  Charleston is a melting pot of unique places, people, and things to see.