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Charleston's French Quarters

One of the most beautiful and historic areas of the United States, the French Quarters offers a glimpse into the past.

Nowhere in the US is history more alive than in the streets of the French Quarters in Charleston, where you can walk down the cobblestone streets and narrow alleyways amongst buildings and homes that date back to the 1600’s. Homes here have prices that run into the millions. This extravagant neighborhood, north of Broad Street and east of Meeting, is extremely popular with home buyers who want to surround themselves with the romance and beauty of the “old South” and possibly own a bit of history.

In the heart of Charleston, literally and figuratively, residents can walk to art galleries, museums, unique shops, restaurants, and historic attractions. The French Quarters is home to famous Dock Street Theater which hosts of numerous musical and theatrical events such as the yearly Spoleto Festival. The neighborhood also boasts 30 art galleries. Incredible restaurants Amen Street Fish and Raw Bar, Magolia’s Grill, McCrady’s and others add to the ambiance of the area. Historic old churches like the French Huguenot Church date back to the 1700s offer amazing specimens of gothic architecture.

This is a one of a kind community, Tourists flock to its streets from around the world every year to walk amongst the ghosts of the past and marvel at the beauty.

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