[4] The Criel Mound built by the Adena culture is adjacent to the city's downtown business district.

It is home to the Charleston Ordnance Center, a former naval munitions factory established for use in World War I.

The city is serviced by the Kanawha Valley Regional Transportation Authority bus system.

He acquired funds to build the Thomas Memorial Hospital and also the Oakes Field in South Charleston, West Virginia.

It is home to the Charleston Ordnance Center, a former naval munitions factory established for use in World War I.

[8] The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters.

In South Charleston are the headquarters of International Industries, the parent company of a group of subsidiaries founded in 1947 by James H. "Buck" Harless, based primarily in natural resources such as coal and timber, but which also include the manufacturing, hotel and real estate industries.

The South Charleston Museum is located in the historic LaBelle Theater on D Street, and features a West Virginia Film Series, Open Mic Night, exhibitions, and other events.

The Interpretive Center is located at 313 D street and features the Appalachian trail, the Mound, Indian artifacts, arrowheads, chemical history and artifacts, and a Belgium display depicting the first business in South Charleston also Blenko birthday pieces donated by Pearl Watson.