I'm from the DC area, but now live in Columbia, SC. Every time I go back I'm reminded of how many different cultures, things to do, types of food, places to hav

I'm from the DC area, but now live in Columbia, SC. Every time I go back I'm reminded of how many different cultures, things to do, types of food, places to have a drink , listen to live music, etc... there are. I love Columbia, but you can't beat living in a major metro area if you like to enjoy new experiences. Now keep in mind that I'm 22. Maybe as you get older, small towns with only a Waffle House and Jimbos Sports Bar (which closes @ 9pm) become more appealing. In most of rural America, the people are incredibly nice, but the poverty, lack of education, jobs, healthcare, and public services is appalling (theres a reason rural Tea Partiers are so angry). With that said, every place is what you make of it.