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Neighborhoods, Lowcountry cooking, harbor forts and live oaks, all in one local guide to Charleston, South Carolina.
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Charleston residents The US Census Bureau's Vintage 2025 estimate put the city of Charleston at 159,423 people on July 1, 2025.
Daniel Island, inside the city limits A City of Charleston neighborhood spotlight describes Daniel Island as a 4,000-acre island between the Cooper and Wando Rivers, with a pedestrian-friendly downtown and hundreds of acres of parks and green space.
Around the Angel Oak The City of Charleston says the Angel Oak is 65 feet high with a circumference of 25.5 feet, and estimates it at 300 to 400 years old; admission is free.
Coastal flood events since 2020 The National Weather Service in Charleston says coastal flood events rose from fewer than 10 a year in the 1980s to over 40 a year in the 2010s, and have averaged 57 a year since 2020.
Frequently asked questions
How do you get to Fort Sumter from Charleston?
You reach Fort Sumter in Charleston Harbor only by boat. The National Park Service says the fort sits on an island, and ferries run through Fort Sumter Tours from the Fort Sumter Visitor Center. Fort Sumter is where the Civil War began on April 12, 1861.
What food is Charleston, South Carolina famous for?
Charleston is famous for Lowcountry cuisine, including shrimp and grits, she-crab soup, oysters and seafood dishes made with fresh local ingredients, according to Explore Charleston, the area's official visitors bureau.
What airport serves Charleston, South Carolina?
Charleston International Airport (IATA code CHS) serves Charleston. It is located in North Charleston at 5500 International Boulevard.
Is the Angel Oak in Charleston free to visit?
Yes, admission to the Angel Oak is free, though donations are welcome to help preserve the tree. The City of Charleston says the live oak is 65 feet high, with a circumference of 25.5 feet, and estimated at 300 to 400 years old. It is at 3688 Angel Oak Road.
When is Spoleto Festival USA held in Charleston?
Spoleto Festival USA is held each spring in Charleston, running 17 days from late May into early June. The performing arts festival was founded in 1977 by composer Gian Carlo Menotti and presents opera, theater, dance and music.
How often does Charleston have coastal flooding?
Coastal flood events in the Charleston area have averaged 57 a year since 2020, according to the National Weather Service in Charleston. That is up from fewer than 10 a year in the 1980s, and the vast majority of coastal flooding occurs during spring tides with onshore winds.
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