The Palmetto State, “South Carolina”

South Carolina, also known as The Palmetto State holds many wonders that the world is oblivious too. It is known for its beautiful towns, parks, and mountains that are beguiling to the humans eyes.

My hometown Greenville, SC has always been my home even when we surprisingly had to move. It is notorious for its ravishing college known as Clemson University which is where I aspire to go because of my fathers accomplishments there. Greenville is a homy town, perfect for children and nature seekers as it provides many aspects of outdoor life and knowledgeable historical facts about the city. For example, Greenville is established on what once was Cherokee hunting lands. Not only does Greenville have pulchritudinous colleges and engrossing facts, but it also has sightseeing mountains that are easy on the eyes. Following up on that it also has parks, and trails for everyone with a nature seeking soul to die for.

Sights

Caesar’s Head Mountain, taken by myself
Swamp Rabbit Trail, taken by myself

While strolling through Greenville you might come across Caesar’s Head which is a popular mountain that you can drive to while going through small towns. It provides paths that lead to various trails, one that includes a waterfall with a tunnel under it that you may go into. Me and my family visit here once a year to see the alluring views that it offers.

Another sight for sore eyes is the irresistible Swamp Rabbit Trail. It takes you on a long journey through a large forest and unique parks. In the middle fo the trail there is the extraordinary park named Falls park, which includes an immense waterfall that has sitting areas as well as ducks to keep you company. I wouldn’t recommend getting to close though they do bite and I have learned from experience. At the end of the trail you stroll by the Greenville Zoo where you can see and hear the moneys grunting and squeaking, and you get to view at your leisure.

Things to do

Pleasant things to do in Greenville include enjoying the scenery in Downtown Greenville, going to local restaurants, and going sightseeing at the various parks and mountains. As well as going to the Country Museum of Art which provides a wide range of art works by southern artists. Another diverting thing to do is to take a hike at Paris Mountain State Park, where you can see lakes and breathtaking views of the Mountains, which is one of the most popular places to visit while in Greenville. Greenville in general is a sublime place to visit as it provides delightful scenery and is a place where everyone is welcome.

The freshly-painted Clemson University Tiger paw adorns Bowman Field on a beautiful fall morning, March 1, 2017. (Photo by Ken Scar)