South Carolina, located in the Southern part of the United States, boasts jaw-dropping islands, beautiful beaches, and enticing history. With several of its popular ancient places still standing, the historical ruins of this magical place beg to be explored, making it an ideal destination for history buffs.

Running throughout Carolina, the remains have tales of the past that are cherished by photo-fanatics. Here are 10 ruins in South Carolina with historic significance.

10 Pon Pon Chapel Of Ease

Besides its attraction in this era, the church harbors important history, considering John Wesly preached here. The General Assembly authorized the chapel's construction, leading to the erection of this church in 1725. Before its ruin in 1801, this significant structure had served the demands of parishioners for several years. Between 1819 and 1822, the church was reconstructed and used up to 1830. Though there aren’t many remains from this church, visitors here can still understand how refined and charming it was back in the days and learn from the informative plaques all over the place.

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9 Landsford Canal State Park

Chock-full of both cultural, raw history, and a plethora of beauty, this park is one of the best-preserved river canals from the 19th century in South Carolina. It runs parallel to the Catawba River and includes the Native American antiques, walking trails, a museum, historic remains of canal culverts, a lockkeeper's house, and remnants of a gristmill. Visitors can study the canal structures at this haven, hike, view nature, and absorb Mother Nature’s fresh air.

8 Old Sheldon Church Ruins

Although it was built between 1745 and 1753, the first services in this church were held in 1757. However, the British later burnt it down during the war in 1779. Despite being rebuilt again in 1826, its life was short-lived as it was ruined in 1865 by Sherman's men. Though the windows, the roof, and the interior have long decayed, the remains still stand the test of time. They are covered in stunning oaks and ancient graves that add to their charm. Guests can still envision the magnificence of the unsophisticated church pre-revolutionary.

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7 Tanglewood Mansion

Sitting in the open air and withstanding all the seasons, the ruins of Tanglewood Mansion still stick out in an ever-present way. It was first constructed in 1860 by John Baylis Earle Sloan and his wife, Mollie Seaborne Sloan. The scraps seen today are what was left of the site after the mansion burned in 1908. In 1910, the family rebuilt it as a classical colonial mansion. It stayed in the Sloan family for years till the 1950s. Unfortunately, it was destroyed in 1970. Now standing next to the Pendleton Library, visitors can explore this spot and view the remains of an 1860s mansion.

6 Guignard Brick Works

Guignard Bricks Work is an actual example of an early 20th-century industrial structure. The complex consists of four brick beehive kilns and remains of the Bricks Work industrial features. The Brick Works was responsible for firing several bricks used to construct Colombia and the neighboring area. At this spot, guests can explore and learn how brickmaking took place in the 19th and 20th centuries.

5 Biggin Church

An Act of Assembly established Biggin Church Ruins in 1706. It was burned to ashes by a forest in 1755. In 1781, the structure was destroyed during the Revolutionary war but later restored. The church ruins are the remnants of the parish church of St. Johns Parish. Explosives were kept in this church amid the American Revolution by the British troops who later set it on fire as they left. For several years, it was a local brickyard. With remarkable architectural details, explorers can tour this great spot and document the refined traces left by the church.

4 Sams Plantation Complex Tabby Ruins

Sams Plantation Complex Tabby Ruins is a historical and archeological spot. It comprises the remains of about 12 tabby constructions, which consist of the main plantation home, five tabby slave quarters, and a rectangular cage constituting tabby walls that visitors can view and walk down the history line. On the land was a range of dependencies along with a stable, a dairy, and a smokehouse. The property also has Episcopal Chapel confined by high tabby walls and the Sams Family Cemetary.

3 Colonial Dorchester State Historic Site

When the Revolutionary War began in 1775, the residents deserted this trading town, and the forest enveloped the buildings. The land was inherited by the state for preservation in the 1960s after the British troop unoccupied it. With an exceptionally preserved past, this site promises visitors a rare scenery to peek at life 300 years ago with noteworthy archeological discoveries. This destination's attractions comprise the tower of Saint Goerges Parish Church, the tabby fort, and the active archeological digging.

2 Ninety Six National Historic Site

This region is rich in historical importance. Before the Revolutionary War, the history of this place dates back to the mid-1700s when this town served as a prominent Indian trading spot. It also took part in the Indian war from 1760 to 1762. Currently, the remains of this destination offer attractions like the Star Fort and Stockade Fort and hiking on the remains of the authentic routes that led to the Cherokee Indian Village Of Keowee. Several information panels on the pathways allow visitors to learn about past events.

1 Fort Sumter National Monument

Located on an island amid Charleston Harbor, the walls of Fort Sumter are strong evidence of the ruthless war that took place here. It was erected in 1812 to safeguard the southern coast of the United States. Though the Fort got repaired after the war, it only served as a lighthouse between 1876 and 1897. Fort Sumter was rebuilt and made battle-ready each time America prepared for battle. It became America's National Monument in 1948.