OnTheRoad: A journey back in history in South Carolina

After visiting the Old Sheldon Church Ruins we drove to Magnolia Plantation, a place full of history. We strolled through the gardens and enjoyed the many beautiful sights, before we attended the “From Slavery to Freedom” tour. Until a year ago, one of the former slaver still used to live on the plantation. He and his family were very loyal to the owners, and members of this formerly slave family are still working for them till this very day. Back in time, when slavery still was practiced, the owner was somehow progressive compared to other plantation holders. He wanted his slaves to be educated and taught them how to read and write and wanted them to attend church. He treated them “with more respect” then others did. We left this place deeply moved and with shaking knees and heavy hearts.

The main house.

Beautiful flowers as far as the eye could see.

We saw quite a few peacocks.

Look at the gorgeous feathers.

Spanish Moss everywhere.

Donkeys and Ponys.

As we attended the tour, we were once again deeply touched and moved by what we learned.

We were provided with information about slavery in South Carolina and the history that each of the cabins holds, we could take a look at.

Our tour guide.

Back in time, they used to plaster the walls of the cabins with news paper to better isolate.

My happy mom.

On our way to Charleston we passed the Live Oak Memorial Gardens right as the sun was about to set down. I wanted to capture this peaceful atmosphere during golden hour.

The other day we visited Boone Hall Plantation and Gardens, which is about a 25 minute drive from Charleston. It is definitely worth a visit. We were lucky to attend a tour through the beautiful main house. We weren’t allowed to take pictures inside the mansion, so this is all I have. The plantation was founded in 1681. Back in time it was known for producing cotton and pecans, today it is still used for the production of strawberries, tomatoes, peaches and other goods.