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Tuesday, 02 February 2010 14:47

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Aiken, South Carolina has long been known for its beauty and welcoming of visitors. In the late 1800s it began serving as a winter getaway for those from the north. Since then, visitors have enjoyed coming to Aiken all times of the year, and many, stay.

 

Aiken was named after William Aiken, the founder and President of the South Carolina Canal and Railroad Company. In 1833 the train brought its first passengers to the newly established town of Aiken.

 

After surviving the war, Aiken became known for its opportunities in equestrian sports. Today, Aiken harbors many equestrian communities and holds annual events such as Steeplechase, to show off its local stars.

 

With its historic downtown featuring single family cottages mingled with grand estates, boutique shops and corner cafes, Aiken holds something for everyone. Aiken offers beautiful parks, walking trails, activity centers, sporting events, arts, and more. If you feel like venturing away, Aiken is centrally located to some the souths most glorious beaches including Myrle Beach, Charleston, Hilton Head and Savannah. Atlanta and Charlotte are just a couple hours away as well.

 

Together, Aiken's historic charm, friendly faces, and beautiful scenes make it a great place to live, work, and play. An active, modern lifestyle drenched in Southern charm wrapped in a history that has been meticulously reserved.



The land of the vineyard, valley and streams
The four square County of Aiken
Where scenic beauty reigns supreme
An empire in the making.
Secure from tides and ocean mists
And free from sleet and snow,
Old Aiken County heads the list
With plenty of room to grow.
Thomas H. Williamson



Aiken Quick Facts

  • Named one of the Top 100 Places to live by RelocateAmerica.com

  • There are 20 Elementary Schools, 10 Middle Schools, 8 High Schools, and 3 Colleges

  • 30% of residents are age 35-54 and 28.9% are 0-19

  • Aiken's closest big city is Augusta Georgia, only a 16 mile drive

  • Called a Southern Dream Town by Garden and Gun magazine

 

For more on the history of Aiken, click here.

For information on events in Aiken, click here.

For Aiken County government information, click here.