South Boundary – Aiken, South Carolina
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The South Boundary avenue of oaks in Aiken makes a lovely scene in every season. Aiken was founded in the 1830s as a railroad town. It became a popular place for Charleston‘s wealthiest citizens to escape the sweltering Lowcountry summers and the threat of malaria.
After the Civil War, Aiken became a favored destination for wealthy Northerners who enjoyed the respite from harsh winters. During this period, known as the Winter Colony Era, seasonal visitors established horse farms and embarked on the equestrian traditions Aiken is known for today.
Lovely parks, tree-lined boulevards (such as South Boundary), grand churches, and gracious homes also became enduring legacies of the the Winter Colony Era.
South Boundary Info
Address: South Boundary Avenue, Aiken, SC 29801
GPS Coordinates: 33.550100,-81.707839
South Boundary Map
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11 Comments about South Boundary
March 31st, 2018 at 8:39 pm
They’re oak trees.
March 31st, 2018 at 6:47 pm
What kind of trees line South Boundary Avenue?
May 12th, 2017 at 10:29 am
We loved Aiken when we visited last fall. I think it is the nicest small city I’ve ever been to. The oaks on South Boundary were incredible. Beautiful pictures.
May 27th, 2015 at 5:39 am
Always loved Aiken. A beautiful small city
February 16th, 2015 at 12:11 am
Enjoyed. Thx for sharing.
January 10th, 2013 at 10:19 am
Shirley your picture of South Boundary is fascinating.
December 30th, 2012 at 6:53 am
I love South Boundary. I’ve been away for years, but each time I visit home, I always drive down this street. Enchanting!!
October 29th, 2012 at 7:10 pm
I grew up in Aiken also and one of my best friends was the daughter of Mayor Weeks. I just saw this photo on pinterest and recognized the street immediately – so wonderful to see.
July 22nd, 2012 at 8:44 pm
Where can I purchase a copy of this picture?
February 10th, 2012 at 1:08 pm
I grew up living on South Boundary on the corner of South Boundary and Williamsburg Street. Across the street from Mayor Odell Weeks, who was Mayor for over forty years.
February 9th, 2012 at 3:45 pm
This is absolutely stunning — just beautiful. I’m not familiar with SC because we are here on a military assignment. I love seeing things like this so I can find places to visit.