About Savannah

About Savannah
Savannah, GA
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Savannah, Georgia, voted one of America's 10 most beautiful places, is a key destination for those who want to experience the 'old' South.   Founded in 1733, Savannah is known for her architectural styles of the 18th and 19th centuries found in the popular "Historic District" and along the cobbled waterfront of the Savannah River.  Prior to the Civil War, Savannah thrived on plantation agriculture and the town was a major export center - primarily of cotton - and import center -for slaves.  City maps to transportation and walking tours are available at the visitor center. 

Just wander the streets for a 'feel' of Savannah and you'll see shuttered Federal, Regence and antebellum styles amid Spanish moss and ablaze with dogwoods, azaleas and magnolias in the Spring.   Architectural enthusiasts will want to visit the Owen-Thomas House, Davenport House, and Green-Meldrim House.  Locate the statue of James Oglethorpe in Chippewa Square where Forrest Gump told his life story.  The Massie Heritage Interpretation Center elaborates on the city's architecture.  The Historic Railroad Shops provide history on railroads during the Industrial Revolution.  The Telfair Museum of Art, once a residence, is now the oldest art museum in the South. 

The historic Victorian District is the location for African-American history in the area.  A good place to start here is at the Beach Institute which also operates the King-Tisdell Cotttage.  Here you'll find excellent tours of the Second African Baptist Church, and additional related landmarks. 

Wander down to the port, preserved in its original look and feel, and seek out the tall brick cotton warehouses where it is said ghosts still haunt.  This is now become a lively commercial district with seafood restaurants, bars, and shops appealing to weekend crowds and "Spring Breakers".  More choice areas to dine can be found at the City Market.   Plan visiting the annual Jazz Festival here in late September.

Tybee Island is 18 miles east of Savannah and easy to get to by bus from the Civic Center.  Beach enthusiasts will want to get to the beach and lighthouse.   Not far from the beach is The Crab Shack at 40 Estill Hammock Rd, Chimney Creek (912-786-9857) where you can dine on Low Country crab and shrimp.

Fort Pulaski National Monument commemorates a once impressive Confederate stronghold set on a little island off of US-80.  Archeological finds of the first settlers in Savannah can be found at the Wormsloe State Historic Site.  Wildlife enthusiasts should seek out the barrier island chain including Blackbeard Island, Wolf Island, Pinckney or Wassaw to find tranquil swamps and nesting birds.  Its a great area for fishing.

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