Here are 10 quirky and unusual things no one tells you about living in South Carolina:
1. You’ll Drive Past “Monkey Island” Without a Second Thought
Morgan Island is home to over 4,000 wild monkeys used for research—off-limits but visible from boat tours along the coast.
2. The Peachoid Water Tower
In Gaffney, there’s a 135-foot water tower shaped like a giant peach, a quirky landmark you can’t miss while driving through.
3. The World’s Largest Ginkgo Biloba Farm
Sumter hosts this massive herbal remedy farm, something unusual for a Southern state known for its historical sites.
4. You Might Witness Synchronous Fireflies
Congaree National Park is one of the few places in the world to see fireflies lighting up in unison – a magical and rare natural spectacle.
5. Salt Marsh “Ghost Forests” Along the Coast
Dead and dying trees rise eerily from marshlands, a haunting but real effect of rising sea levels in areas like Cape Roma and Wakama.
6. You Can Explore Sunken Ghost Towns Under Lakes
Lake Jocassee hides a whole town underwater, complete with submersed church bell towers visible to divers.
7. The Service of the “Busted Plug”
In Columbia, a giant 40-foot red fire hydrant sculpture stands as a tribute to firefighters, a quirky and enormous public art piece.
8. Some Towns Have Outrageous Names
South Carolina features place names like Pumpkin Town, Possum Kingdom, and Nine Times that spark curiosity and smiles.
9. Charleston’s Historic Buildings Have Height Limits
No building in Charleston can be taller than the tallest church steeple—a quirky rule preserving the city’s historic skyline.
10. You Can Find Hidden Orchids That Take Decades to Bloom
The pink lady’s slipper orchid, rare and delicate, grows only in a few secret places deep in the state’s bogs.
These unusual features showcase the quirky charm of South Carolina’s landscape, culture, and history that residents learn to appreciate over time.
Sources
(https://charlestondaily.net/15-quirky-and-silly-facts-about-charleston-south-carolina/)
(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FAYqMSlc0NE&vl=en)
(https://thefactfile.org/south-carolina-facts/)
(https://kiss951.com/listicle/11-quirky-facts-about-south-carolina-that-sound-made-up-but-arent/)
(https://celadonliving.com/fun-facts-about-south-carolina/)
