Editor’s Note: Since the original publication of this article, Vien Quang has closed temporarily. Please be sure to get in touch with them before driving a long distance only to find it remains closed.

One of the best things about living in South Carolina is there are always new things to learn and discover. When it comes to this hidden treasure in the Piedmont, one thing is true: few people realize that there is a peaceful Buddhist Temple in South Carolina nestled in the woods.

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Vien Quang Buddhist Monastery of Clover, SC 1038-1044 Galway Ln, Clover, South Carolina. Visiting hours were most recently posted as Saturday and Sunday 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
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The Amazing Attractions of South Carolina

What are the most amazing attractions in South Carolina?

The most amazing attractions in South Carolina include:

  • Tunnel Vision. Created by local artist Blue Sky, this wall painting looks like you could drive right through it.
  • The Angel Oak. This gorgeous tree is several centuries old and was going to be cut down but thousands of locals got together to save it.
  • God’s Acre Healing Springs. The waters here have been believed to have healing properties by Native Americans and British soldiers.
  • Fort Sumter. Take a tour of this famous fort and learn all about its history in the War of 1812 and the Civil War.

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What are the most bizarre roadside attractions in South Carolina?

The most bizarre roadside attraction in South Carolina include:

  • Pearl Fryar’s Topiary. This collection of topiary is mesmerizing and so intricately detailed with unusual shapes.
  • Mars Bluff B47 Bomb Site. This is where a nuclear bomb was accidentally dropped on Mars Bludd in 1958 and thankfully didn’t detonate.
  • J’s Tearific Teapot Museum. Yes, the place calls it “tearific”, and the collection of strange teapots looks like the tea party from Alice in Wonderland.
  • Upside Down House. This intriguing structure at Myrtle Beach is an upside-down house that holds interactive science exhibits.

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What are the most amazing lesser-known attractions in South Carolina?

The most amazing lesser-known attractions in South Carolina include:

  • Runway Park. Located in Greenville, this is a children’s playground where you can watch planes take off and land on the adjacent runway.
  • Boneyard Beach. This is seven miles of beach that are accessible only by boat and has tons of seashells.
  • Castle Pinckney. This is the ruins of a castle that was abandoned in 1951 and once defended Charleston.
  • Lake Jocasse. This is the clearest lake in the state and is a beautiful place for setting up camp.

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