Charles Towne Landing: Our First Colony (Charleston, SC
By Mark A. Leon
In the beginning, there was Charles Towne Landing, the original Charleston village. Led by faith in a new beginning, a group of colonists chartered to the great unknown to create what we now know as Charleston, South Carolina. Today, the original village, situated in West Ashley, SC still holds the authenticity it did when settlers landed in 1670. The village itself is only the beginning of the magic you will see when you visit this family-friendly attraction.
While you are here you will experience:
- Zoo filled with wolves, bears, buffalo, birds, and even a skunk
- Beautiful views of the Lowcountry
- Restored homes
- Relics of original homes
- Boats
- Museum
- Sculptures of Native American past
- Beautiful areas to picnic in and so much more.
Come with us as we visit the original colony of Charlestowne Landing through this picturesque gallery
Early village home
Supplies were transported by river
Remains of original colony home
Sculpture of Native American heritage
Beautiful natural foliage and flowers
Wolves in the zoo – No petting these furry friends
Tropical Southern surroundings all around
Resident bear
Where the buffalo roam
Original fencing designs
The museum is very educational and interactive.
Make a day of it and revisit our history. It will be worth the trip.
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