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.
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.
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