Greenwood is noted for its warm hospitality and southern charm, and is one of fifty towns represented in Best Towns in America, written by Hugh Bayless. Located on the western edge of South Carolina, the area's landscape includes gently rolling hills, tall pines and the picturesque lakes of the Piedmont plateau. The Greenwood County area is home to more than 66,000 people with over 22,000 active citizens located within the Greenwood city boundaries. The major industries serving the Greenwood area include textiles, healthcare and pharmaceuticals, biotechnical research, photographic products, chemicals, building materials, electronics, and food products. The area's mild but changing seasons (average annual temperature is 68°) provide a perfect setting for enjoying year-around golf, historical attractions, cultural events, and our beautiful lakes. Bordered on the east by Lake Greenwood with its 11,400 acres of sparkling water and 222 miles of shoreline, Greenwood is just short drive to Lake Thurmond, Lake Hartwell or Lake Murray. South Carolina's Festival of Flowers, one of Southeast Tourism's "Top 20" events, showcases over 15,000 varieties of flowers at internationally-famous Park Seed's gardens. The week-long event includes private garden tours, arts & crafts, sports, horticultural shows and music for all ages. |