Walhalla, South Carolina
Founded by German settlers in 1849, the heritage of Walhalla can pretty much be guessed through its name… It’s the German version of Valhalla, a heavenly hall of slain warriors according to Norse mythology.
In its surroundings at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, it can be clearly seen that the early settlers thought they had found a kingdom worthy of the gods. Walhalla is noted for the many waterfalls near it, including Issaqueena Falls and Yellow Branch Falls.
History runs rampant in the area, too. As well as the spooky Stumphouse Tunnel, an incomplete railroad tunnel, and you’ll also find the 1901 Walhalla Graded School, among other historic sites. An annual Oktoberfest also reflects the town’s Germanic heritage.
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