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Beaufort's
history is rich and exciting.
From the Paleo-Indians who first lived here about 15,000 years ago,
then the Spanish arriving in the early 1500's, followed by the French
and others.
Cotton and Indigo farming transformed Beaufort into one of the
wealthiest towns of it's size in the Nation.
The Civil War era brought a swift end to the prosperity, but because
of the early
Federal occupation, Beaufort and much of the surrounding area were
not destroyed.
This accounts for why Beaufort has such a large and well preserved
historic district.
Movie makers have also discovered this area,
and some of the biggest block busters in Hollywood were filmed here.
Forrest Gump,The Prince of Tides, GI Jane... just to name a few.
Many US Marines retire in the Low Country after their first contact
through MCAS,
the Navy Hospital or Parris Island, one of the nations finest Recruit
training stations.
When it comes to nature, the entire area is dedicated to preservation.
The people here enjoy fishing, shrimping, oysters and blue crabs from
Beaufort's many rivers
and the Atlantic Ocean. There is no better tasting seafood than fresh
caught!
The pristine ecosystem provides the Artist and Photographer scenes
found nowhere else.
Each new tide brings with it a unique and exciting look.
Hunting Island State Park, one of the most popular State Parks
in South Carolina
and the world famous Hunting Island Lighthouse are also located here.
With over 5,000 acres of unspoiled "natural" beach and wildlife
habitat,
it provides a "back to nature" experience so seldom seen
with other beach areas.
It's easy to see why so many have come to experience the lifestyle
and charm here in the Beaufort LowCountry...
the "Queen of the Sea Islands".
Designed and written by R.J. Sorensen, a long time resident,
paramedic and photographer in the Beaufort and Hilton Head area.
Presented in a laid back style, he gives the tourist and new resident
a tour
that will make you feel as if "you have lived in the Beaufort
Low Country all your life".
Medical and safety info is also presented to help make your stay pleasant
and safe.
This site is funded mainly by donations from people who love the area,
so be prepared, there is very little advertising! Only the cream of
the crop.
"In an age of ads and banners everywhere, how refreshing and
noncommercial!"
We hope you enjoy Beaufort USA!
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