The Palmetto State is so much more than beaches and bayous; for instance, there’s a church in South Carolina that’s as charming as it is historic. In fact, we think that Pretty Place Chapel is, is hands-down, the most beautiful spot you can possibly imagine anywhere. And it’s right here in the Palmetto State. Take a gander at this unique chapel in South Carolina:
Facebook/Pretty Place The Fred W. Symmes Chapel (also known as “Pretty Place”) is located at the YMCA’s Camp Greenville in Cleveland, SC. It’s perched on the edge of a mountain nearly 3000 feet above sea level with heavenly views for miles.
Facebook/Camp Greenville Fred W. Symmes gave the chapel to the camp as a spiritual center for campers. The original construction was completed in 1941. Major upgrades were completed in 2012.
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Facebook/YMCA Camp Greenville The chapel is open every day beginning at dawn, making it a very moving place for a sunrise. Services are not regularly scheduled though, as this chapel is spiritual center for the YMCA’s camps, other retreats and conferences. It is also open to the general public.
Flickr/Mechy Myagi You can visit this chapel. It’s open to the public as long as it isn’t being used by campers, or another group or event. You should call ahead first to make sure it’s not in use. Check out this amazing video with 360-degree views.
Flickr/Mechy Myagi How to get there: 100 YMCA Camp Rd, Cleveland, SC 29635 When to go: It’s open from dawn to dusk, call ahead to make sure it isn’t reserved for a private event or being used by campers. Phone: 864-836-3291 extension 0 More Info
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The Fred W. Symmes Chapel (also known as “Pretty Place”) is located at the YMCA’s Camp Greenville in Cleveland, SC. It’s perched on the edge of a mountain nearly 3000 feet above sea level with heavenly views for miles.
Facebook/Camp Greenville
Fred W. Symmes gave the chapel to the camp as a spiritual center for campers. The original construction was completed in 1941. Major upgrades were completed in 2012.
Flickr/Jeremy Taylor
Facebook/YMCA Camp Greenville
The chapel is open every day beginning at dawn, making it a very moving place for a sunrise. Services are not regularly scheduled though, as this chapel is spiritual center for the YMCA’s camps, other retreats and conferences. It is also open to the general public.
Flickr/Mechy Myagi
You can visit this chapel. It’s open to the public as long as it isn’t being used by campers, or another group or event. You should call ahead first to make sure it’s not in use. Check out this amazing video with 360-degree views.
How to get there: 100 YMCA Camp Rd, Cleveland, SC 29635 When to go: It’s open from dawn to dusk, call ahead to make sure it isn’t reserved for a private event or being used by campers. Phone: 864-836-3291 extension 0 More Info
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Address: Fred W. Symmes Chapel aka “Pretty Place”, 100 YMCA Camp Rd, Cleveland, SC 29635, USA
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Unique Chapel In South Carolina October 09, 2020 Leah What are the most unique churches in South Carolina? While Pretty Place Chapel covers the unique locations and views in terms of churches in South Carolina, it’s not the only beautiful place of worship within the state. Church of the Advent in Spartanburg, South Carolina will make you think of old castles with its stone structure and eye-catching Gothic Revival style of architecture. Another towering church of the same style is the Trinity Episcopal Cathedral in Colombia, South Carolina. It has the oldest surviving sanctuary in the capital city, having been built back in 1845. What are the oldest churches in South Carolina? There are many beautiful places in South Carolina to take a look at, but just the outward appearance isn’t everything to their beauty. Sometimes their rich history or the lovely community that supports them adds to it. In case you were wondering, the oldest church in South Carolina that’s still in use is located in Charleston. The St. Michaels Church was built all the way back in 1752 - predating the United States. It’s stunning inside and out, and its impressive church tower is thought to be the oldest of its kind that still works in the entire country. You can learn more about St. Michaels Church here. What one-of-a-kind destinations can I visit in South Carolina? Looking for more unique things to see in South Carolina? Beyond its many lovely churches, there are a lot of spots you won’t find anywhere else. One iconic, sometimes funny to see, sight is the giant Peachiod - a peach-shaped water tower - located in Gaffney, South Carolina. Not many other towns can say they have such a uniquely shaped water tower! The Palmetto State is also home to a very whimsical and one-of-a-kind topiary garden, lovingly put together and maintained by one man with the simple goal of showing his neighbors he could have the perfect lawn. It’s called Pearl Fryars Topiary Garden and it’s located in Bishopville, South Carolina, and anyone can visit it.
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Unique Chapel In South Carolina
October 09, 2020
Leah
What are the most unique churches in South Carolina? While Pretty Place Chapel covers the unique locations and views in terms of churches in South Carolina, it’s not the only beautiful place of worship within the state. Church of the Advent in Spartanburg, South Carolina will make you think of old castles with its stone structure and eye-catching Gothic Revival style of architecture. Another towering church of the same style is the Trinity Episcopal Cathedral in Colombia, South Carolina. It has the oldest surviving sanctuary in the capital city, having been built back in 1845. What are the oldest churches in South Carolina? There are many beautiful places in South Carolina to take a look at, but just the outward appearance isn’t everything to their beauty. Sometimes their rich history or the lovely community that supports them adds to it. In case you were wondering, the oldest church in South Carolina that’s still in use is located in Charleston. The St. Michaels Church was built all the way back in 1752 - predating the United States. It’s stunning inside and out, and its impressive church tower is thought to be the oldest of its kind that still works in the entire country. You can learn more about St. Michaels Church here. What one-of-a-kind destinations can I visit in South Carolina? Looking for more unique things to see in South Carolina? Beyond its many lovely churches, there are a lot of spots you won’t find anywhere else. One iconic, sometimes funny to see, sight is the giant Peachiod - a peach-shaped water tower - located in Gaffney, South Carolina. Not many other towns can say they have such a uniquely shaped water tower! The Palmetto State is also home to a very whimsical and one-of-a-kind topiary garden, lovingly put together and maintained by one man with the simple goal of showing his neighbors he could have the perfect lawn. It’s called Pearl Fryars Topiary Garden and it’s located in Bishopville, South Carolina, and anyone can visit it.
The OIYS Visitor Center
The OIYS Visitor Center
While Pretty Place Chapel covers the unique locations and views in terms of churches in South Carolina, it’s not the only beautiful place of worship within the state. Church of the Advent in Spartanburg, South Carolina will make you think of old castles with its stone structure and eye-catching Gothic Revival style of architecture. Another towering church of the same style is the Trinity Episcopal Cathedral in Colombia, South Carolina. It has the oldest surviving sanctuary in the capital city, having been built back in 1845.
What are the oldest churches in South Carolina?
There are many beautiful places in South Carolina to take a look at, but just the outward appearance isn’t everything to their beauty. Sometimes their rich history or the lovely community that supports them adds to it. In case you were wondering, the oldest church in South Carolina that’s still in use is located in Charleston. The St. Michaels Church was built all the way back in 1752 - predating the United States. It’s stunning inside and out, and its impressive church tower is thought to be the oldest of its kind that still works in the entire country. You can learn more about St. Michaels Church here.
What one-of-a-kind destinations can I visit in South Carolina?
Looking for more unique things to see in South Carolina? Beyond its many lovely churches, there are a lot of spots you won’t find anywhere else. One iconic, sometimes funny to see, sight is the giant Peachiod - a peach-shaped water tower - located in Gaffney, South Carolina. Not many other towns can say they have such a uniquely shaped water tower! The Palmetto State is also home to a very whimsical and one-of-a-kind topiary garden, lovingly put together and maintained by one man with the simple goal of showing his neighbors he could have the perfect lawn. It’s called Pearl Fryars Topiary Garden and it’s located in Bishopville, South Carolina, and anyone can visit it.
