Port Royal, Coastal town in Beaufort County, United States
Port Royal sits at an elevation of 7 meters on Port Royal Island, with residential areas spread along the waterfront and inland streets.
The town developed from a French exploration site in 1562 into a strategic location during the Civil War, marking significant military presence.
The Emancipation Proclamation reading under the Proclamation tree in 1863 marks Port Royal as a symbol of freedom in American history.
The Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island and Naval Hospital Beaufort provide essential military and medical services to the region.
The Old Village features streets named after world capital cities, with Paris Avenue serving as the main commercial area.
Location: Beaufort County
Elevation above the sea: 7 m
Website: https://portroyal.org
GPS coordinates: 32.38667,-80.70500
Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:52
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