Sumter, Industrial city in South Carolina, United States
Description
Sumter is a city in South Carolina that spreads across roughly 85 square kilometers about 70 kilometers east of Columbia. The streets are laid out wide, residential neighborhoods alternate with commercial zones, while parks and public spaces break up the cityscape.
History
The settlement was founded in 1845 as Sumterville and renamed Sumter in 1855 to honor General Thomas Sumter from the Revolutionary War. Development accelerated in the 20th century with the expansion of military facilities in the area.
Culture
The city takes its name from General Thomas Sumter, a fighter in the Revolutionary War, while residents live a quiet daily life between military installations and schools. Local groups organize events around Swan Lake, which serves as a gathering place for families and garden enthusiasts.
Practical
The city is easy to explore by car, while public facilities are distributed across the urban area. Many shops and restaurants are located along main roads, so parking spaces are usually available nearby.
Did you know?
Swan Lake Iris Gardens houses all eight swan species in the world, which draws birdwatchers from different regions. The park serves every year as the venue for the Iris Festival, where visitors can admire thousands of iris blooms.
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Swan Lake/Iris Gardens
2.3 km
Temple Sinai
222 m
Sumter County Courthouse
531 m
Lincoln High School
273 m
Heriot-Moise House
5.6 km
O'Donnell House
528 m
Carnegie Public Library
155 m
Sumter Town Hall-Opera House
280 m
Henry Lee Scarborough House
942 m
Elizabeth White House
915 m
Sumter Historic District
281 m
Charles T. Mason House
1.9 kmLoring Millpond
8 kmCrosswell Drive Park
1.9 kmSecond Millpond
3.9 kmBoyle Pond
10.4 kmBlack Crest Farm Pond
9.1 kmCinema I & II
4.6 kmPalmetto Theatre
1.6 kmShulers Pond
10.4 kmJones Pond
14.1 kmCrystal Lake Golf Course
4.3 kmQuixote Club
3.7 kmCarolina Lakes
14.1 kmLinks At Lakewood
9.8 kmFairchild Republic OA-10A Thunderbolt II
14.1 kmGeneral Dynamics F-111E
14.1 kmCessna O-2A Skymaster
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