Greenville

Greenville is located in Greenville County of which it is the county seat. Greenville is situated west of Spartanburg, along Interstate 85 near Paris Mountain State Park.

Greenville developed as a textile center. The Reedy River runs through the heart of the city. The area was first settled in 1797, at which time it was named Pleasantburg. It became a city under the name Greenville in 1831. A historic attraction is he Pettigru Street Historic District, noted for its variety of architectural styles.

Due to a temperate climate, sightseeing in Greenville and upcountry South Carolina is a year-round activity. The city also is home to several playhouses and the Greenville Symphony Orchestra.

Greenville is recognized as a business, high-tech, manufacturing and engineering center. The city is part of the Greenville-Spartanburg-Anderson metro area.

There is also a Greenville, Mississippi.