The highest point in South Carolina was once owned by an energy company that neglected it but now the state is taking it back.

On Hilton Head Island this bronze King of the Sea rules all things briny—and lets you know if you’re late for lunch.

This natural wonderland is a unique chance to explore a Carolina bay, a mysterious geological formation of unknown origin.

The remains of a chapel created for convenience.

North America's oldest authentic African Village.

Granite outcropping that the state's tourism bureau doesn't promote because of its delicate ecosystem.

I-95's Tijuana-style celebration of kitsch at the Carolina border.

The language and heritage of a nearly forgotten culture can still be explored in this Southern enclave.

4,000 monkeys used for medical testing on an island off of South Carolina.

A quirky Poe-themed joint on an island keen to celebrate its overlooked connection to the famous writer.

Amazing pre-Civil War ruins alongside a shallow, rocky river that hosts beautiful (but endangered) lilies.

First established in 1696, this settlement was abandoned after the Revolutionary War.

Despite being burnt down multiple times, the ruins of this South Carolina church are still standing.

This set of rickety spaceships are prepared to give alien travelers a place to relax and go to the bathroom.

This historic sunny-yellow building has an unfortunate connection to the sinking of the Titanic.

The lesser-known lost colony of Roanoke was a safe haven for formerly enslaved people during the Civil War.

An early life spent in this "Old Kentucky Home" inspired the writings of North Carolina's most famous novelist.

Colorful murals stationed throughout Charlotte bring poetry to everyone.

North Carolina's only restored fort from the French and Indian War.

This colonial cabin is the oldest building in High Point, built by one of the first settlers in the area.

A museum dedicated to an incredible woman who founded a pioneering school for rural Black students.

An annual celebration of the region's successful elk reintroduction program.

This handcrafted, old western-style town is filled with deserted cars, retired movie props, and other forms of Americana.

So many migrating birds roost on the bridge, it has a special summer speed limit.