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Sullivan's Island is connected to Mount Pleasant via the Ben Sawyer Swing Bridge, located at the mouth of Charleston Harbor near the Isle of Palms. The 3.3-mile island was the site of significant American Revolutionary War battles and has drawn comparisons to Ellis Island as the site of most of the arrivals of enslaved Africans brought to the Americas as part of the transatlantic slave trade. Today, it is best known for its beautiful public beaches, which offer opportunities for surfing, kiteboarding, paddleboarding, and kayaking. More secluded beachfront areas showcase spectacular dune formations and provide opportunities for fishing in the waters surrounding the island. Local restaurants serve authentic seafood dishes, with quaint shops located within the island's business district.

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