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What is Columbia, SC Known for?

If you're considering moving to Columbia, you might be wondering what the culture is like in town and whether the things that it's known for match your interests. Read on below to find out what Columbia is most known for.


What Columbia is Known For


Columbia, South Carolina is known for being a college town due to the presence of the University of South Carolina (USC) which has around 50,000 students. This makes for a lot of SEC football fans in town as well. Nearby to the university is a popular section of town called Five Points which contains a number of options for shopping, dining, and nightlife. The South Carolina State House sits in downtown Columbia and is open to the public for visitation and features magnificent architecture and interior design work. Outside of town, the Saluda, Broad and Congaree Rivers offer many outdoor activities and sightseeing opportunities.


SEC Football
SEC Football
USC
USC
State House
State House
Mustard Sauce BBQ
Mustard Sauce BBQ
Five Points
Five Points
Saluda, Broad and Congaree Rivers
Saluda, Broad and Congaree Rivers


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