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Review & FAQ:
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Why is Charleston called "the Holy City"?
- Charleston is known as "the Holy City" for its many tall and iconic church steeples that historically have guided ships into its harbor.
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Why is Charleston a great place to spend Easter?
- With a nickname like "the Holy City", it’s no surprise that Charleston is a great place to celebrate Easter.
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What is the Eggstravaganza event?
- Each year on Easter Saturday, the city hosts "Eggstravaganza", an egg hunt where children can not only find eggs but also dye them and participate in fun games.
- Games include an egg toss and egg rolling races.
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What other Easter events take place in Charleston?
- Visitors can watch the annual Easter Promenade down Broad and Meeting Streets in downtown Charleston.
- On Easter Sunday, visitors can enjoy an unforgettable Lowcountry brunch.

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