All around Charleston, SC (Part One)
We stayed at Buck Hall Recreation Campground, which only had nineteen sites. Once again, we enjoyed views of the intercoastal waterways. We were the only ones without a boat. Apparently, this is the place to be to get up at the crack of dawn, fish all day, and fillet your catch upon your return.
Charleston was one of the cities I was most eager to visit, and it did not disappoint. We used the app GPS MY CITY -where you can take your own walking tour. We find this more enjoyable as you dictate the length of time you want to spend at each highlight rather than being with a group that has a tight schedule. Charleston is very much like Savannah, GA. The colonial homes were astonishing. We toured the Nathaniel Russell home and were quite impressed. They restored the building to its original grandeur. The tour guide indicated the house was rat-infested, but it was a good thing. I would never associate rats as a good thing, but when they went into the rat nests, they found items such as pieces of wallpaper which aided the restorers in recreating the rooms to original colors and décor. Interesting, to say the least.
The cruise ships were docked in port the day we explored, and the covered market was quite congested. One good thing about living in a 5th wheel is you don’t have room to buy knick-knacks. The farmer’s market was in full swing in one of the town squares. Stalls of fresh produce, street dancers, and people having a good time made for a delightful way to spend a few hours. As a side note – don’t do a seven-day liquid fast when visiting a city filled with various restaurants and cafes. We didn’t plan accordingly, and we never got to enjoy the cuisine of Charleston.
This city offers many quaint shops, but if you want the other end of the spectrum, a visit to King Street is where you need to stroll. High-end, brand-name stores line each side of the street, offering those costly items that make you wonder why???
Mitch and I would like to revisit this town when we are NOT fasting.
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