| Fred W. Symmes Chapel | |
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 Fred W. Symmes Chapel in July, 2023 | |
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| Country | United States |
| Website | https://www.campgreenville.org/pretty-place |
| History | |
| Founded | 1941 |
| Founder(s) | Fred Symmes |
Fred W. Symmes Chapel, also known locally as "Pretty Place", is an open-air chapel located in Cleveland, South Carolina. Built in 1941 by Fred Symmes, it is situated on Stone Mountain at an elevation of 3,200 feet[1] overlooking the Blue Ridge Mountains.[2][3] It is visited by an estimated 312,000 people annually.[4]
The chapel was extensively damaged by Hurricane Helene in September 2024.
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- ^ Bleiberg, Larry. "From the Empty Quarter in Oman to Easter Island: 10 remote places to find peace and quiet". USA TODAY. Retrieved April 9, 2024.
- ^ Reports, From Staff (January 16, 2023). ""Pretty Place" Chapel closing for renovations". The Transylvania Times. Retrieved April 9, 2024.