The oldest city in Georgia, Savannah was founded in 1733 .and became the British colonial capital of the province .During the Civil War, Savannah was a strategically important port and today continues to be it, as well as a major industrial center .When Sherman's troops approached the city in 1864 ., the mayor allowed them to take Savannah in exchange for guaranteeing the immunity of the city and residents .As a result, Savannah became one of the few major southern cities whose historical charm and old architecture remained intact .Every year, millions of tourists from all over the country come to Savannah: at least, take a walk in one of the largest historical areas of the country .
How to get to Savannah
The Savannah / Hilton Head Island International Airport (very beautiful, by the way) accepts flights from Dallas, Atlanta, Detroit, New York, Chicago, Washington, Houston and Philadelphia. By train, you can reach Savannah from New York via Miami.
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Entertainment, excursions and attractions of Savannah
The historical part of the city about 1, 5x1, 5 km in size is bounded on one side by the Savannah River, and on the other - by the beautiful Forsyth Park with the old fountain in the center .In the north-west corner of the city there is a city market - a project with a mixed purpose .Restoration of this quarter began in 1985 ., and the result was a multifunctional space with entertainment, restaurants and shops, as well as an art center with a group of studios of urban artists and office spaces .Right next door, just west of the market, is the historic but completely reconstructed Ellis Square with an interactive fountain and underground parking, which is very convenient for walking around the center .
- Ride the "Queen of Georgia" along the river and get free ferry to Hutchinson Island.
- Go through the Bull Street corridor from the City Hall to the fountain in Forsyth Park.
- To be photographed with "the Merring girl and her collie".
- Go on a sightseeing tour with ghosts - for example, with a visit to Davenport House, where the ghost cat lives.
River Street is the heart of the city, a popular cobbled street that stretches along the southern bank of the river. You can not go to Savannah and do not walk at least once in this street from beginning to end. Here, among other things, there is a mass of tourist shops and restaurants. In the eastern part of the street stands the famous sculpture of a waving girl. The rest of the historic district is connected to River Street by stairs and ramps.
The history of the Talfair Museum of Art began back in 1886, when the Telfair family's house was first opened to the public as a museum and an art school. Today the museum consists of three buildings: the original Academy of Arts and Culture, the Owens-Thomas house and the recently completed Jepson art center. The latter, designed by an architect with world-famous name Moshe Safdi, has extensive exhibition spaces, a sculptural garden and an auditorium.
Visit is also the historical cemetery Bonaventura. It offers good views of the river, while marble sculptures and Spanish moss create a special nostalgic atmosphere.
The Roman Catholic Cathedral of John the Baptist in its present form began to build in 1873 and completed in 1896 with two sharp spiers. After only a couple of years, the cathedral almost completely burned out in the fire, but over the next year it was restored. Today it is a beautiful Gothic building, attractive both outside and inside. Another interesting religious building is the Mikve Israel synagogue, built in 1878 on Monterey Square. Its architectural style can also be called gothic, which is quite rare for a synagogue.
Very remarkable and beautiful are the Savannah Square, which in the historical part of the city there are 22 .The Chippewa area was laid in 1915 .and five years later became the center of the evening life of the city thanks to the theater that appeared on it, which can still be seen here, albeit the dilapidated .Classical first Baptist church, the oldest in the city (1833 g .), and the mansion of Moses Eastman are also located on this square, and just north of the building there is an independent Presbyterian church .In the center of the square .Chippewa stands a recognizable monument to James Oglethorpe .
The Chatham Square was laid in 1847, and today it houses the famous row of 15 Gordon Row houses, as well as one of the buildings of the College of Art and Design. Calhoun Square was laid in 1851, one of the last - here you can see the monumental Methodist Church of Wesley. And in the center of Columbia Square there is the Wormslow fountain, created in 1970, and on this same square there is a restored Stone House mansion, built in 1820
Events of Savannah
In late October - early November, the city hosts a film festival, which usually features more than 50 films selected from more than 500 applications from around the world. These are films of independent authors whose shows are accompanied by workshops, lectures, receptions and special events for the professionals of the film industry.
The Savannah Music Festival is held under the motto "Southern, soulful and refined." Mostly here you can hear the most typical music of the south, chamber performances and the play of collectives with an international name.
Every year, in the spring, the "Tour of houses" is arranged in the city - these are independent walking tours for tourists on the most remarkable private mansions and gardens of Savannah. Also in the spring, an art festival of sidewalks is held in the city: at this time, the sidewalks of the Forsyth Park are filled with original art objects and street musicians. Most of all spectators are attracted by masterpieces-one-day, drawn by chalk.
On a special scale in Savannah celebrate St. Patrick's Day, March 17. According to eyewitnesses, this is the second largest celebration of this day in the country. The program of events includes an almost four-hour parade in the historic part of the city, family picnics in the squares amid blooming azaleas and a lot of fun at River Street.
Surroundings of Savannah
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The island of Taibi is located about 28 km east of Savannah. There is a long sandy beach and many hotels, bars and restaurants on it. This is the most popular beach destination for weekend and weekend breaks. Although the island offers not only opportunities for swimming: there is a marine science center with an aquarium, a military museum and a very colorful lighthouse - the oldest and highest in Georgia. The lighthouse can be climbed (187 steps).
Less than 50 km from Savannah is located almost a tropical island of Hilton Head, a paradise for beach lovers. There are many bicycle paths, a tennis center, about 13 km of beaches for surfing and swimming, golf courses. In addition, from the island you can go on a boat to look at the bottlenose dolphins or kayaking.