Gullah Heritage Trail Tours

The unique culture of enslaved West African who inhabit the Sea Islands of South Carolina, North Carolina, Florida and Georgia, has a mesmerizing impact on tourists who love to visit maverick places.

The Gullah Geechee Corridor, which includes the Hilton Head Island has been responsible for preserving the African linguistic and cultural heritage than any other African-American community in the US. Although there are so many things to do in Hilton head, it is impossible to get a complete trip of the island on one day.

To get a glimpse of what the Gullah Geechee culture, it is a must to go around the Gullah neighborhoods. They uniquely hold on to the culture of their ancestral villages in West Africa. They have the set up of the Praise House, essential skill bearers, Spanish Wells, Gardner Marshland, Union Cemetery, Jonesville, Stoney, Simmons Fishing Camp and the food processing mills that portray the look of the old villages.

But when you come for Hilton Head Vacation, there are some touristy things you must do. For which, the following are some of the highlights of the tour:

•    Visit the main house as well as attendant slave quarters, that are nicely preserved for viewing at six-acre Baynard Ruins Park. Explore the ruins of the pre-Civil War home to get a feel of how the folks sacrificed and valiantly fought to get them out of the perturbing torture of slavery.

•    Situated on Hilton Head Island, SC, Mitchelville was formed soon after the signing of the Emancipation Proclamation in 1862. You can know more at Mitchelville Preservation Project.

•    The Gullah Heritage Trail Tour takes you to the Gullah Museum preserved their history, culture, language, customs, traditions, stories, songs and more.

Founded in 1996 by a Hilton Head Island Gullah Family Partnership, Gullah Heritage Trail Tours caters to Low Country visitors interested in learning about the history of Gullah Culture. They have been actively involved in preserving Gullah cultural heritage, for more than 40 years. If you want to have a wholesome experience of the island, get in touch with the team of Gullaheritage.com or dial 1-843-681-7066 to know more about their services and how you can book your tour.

The lesser known Gullah heritage started with the descendants of slaves transported from West Africa to the “Rice Coast” in Georgia and South Carolina. The Emancipation Proclamation was passed, even though most of the slaves fled to Hilton Head Island and its Union Army outpost, some decided to stay back. Today, the place is well known for having a Hilton Head Vacation.

The Gullah Heritage Trail Tours helps you get a glimpse of the culture. Here's a list of what you can see at the Island:

Mitchelville

Soon after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed in 1862, the people of Mitchelville promptly created a new, self-governed culture which the future generations considered as their guidepost. Situated on Hilton Head Island, SC, Mitchelville represents a new era in their community through patterned houses, roads, developed electricity and more. To get more details, speak with the guides who will share more information about Mitchelville Preservation Project.

Consisting of clustered houses of the extended families, houses of spiritual leaders, Praise House, essential craftsmen, food processing mills and a regular conveyance to the waterway - the landscape portrays the traditional look of the tribal community.

One of the most memorable destinations on Hilton Head vacation will be a visit to this museum which brings you closer to the natural history and cultural heritage of the community. It is actually a 68 acre Honey Horn property and is open on all days for visit. The Museum makes learning about the folks fun-filled and interesting.

•    Juke joints
•    Gullah Family Compounds
•    Old One-room School House
•    First Freedom Village Historic Marker
•    Plantation Tabby Ruins
•    Old Debarkation Point
•    Gullah museum

If you are interested to know about the Gullah culture, or is simply planning a vacation where you can get interesting facts about the Gullah tradition, get in touch with the Trail tour organizers. Visit Gullaheritage.com or call 1-843-681-7066 to get free information about the tours. You might or not need prior appointment depending on the rush. Get all the required details to enjoy a different vacation.