Summerville, Historic town in South Carolina, United States
Summerville extends across Dorchester, Berkeley, and Charleston counties, featuring extensive pine forests and flowering gardens throughout its neighborhoods.
The town was established in 1847 when plantation owners from Charleston sought refuge from coastal diseases in the elevated pine forest location.
The Flowertown Festival, initiated in 1972, represents South Carolina's largest arts and crafts festival, drawing thousands of visitors to Azalea Park annually.
The Summerville Visitor Center operates seven days a week, providing maps, brochures, and information about local accommodations and dining establishments.
Summerville holds the Guinness World Record for the largest container of sweet tea, named Mason, establishing its position as the birthplace of this Southern beverage.
Location: Dorchester County
Location: Berkeley County
Location: Charleston County
Inception: 1847
Elevation above the sea: 27 m
Website: http://summerville.sc.us
GPS coordinates: 33.01850,-80.17565
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:17
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