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The inside guide to Savannah, America's 'Hostess City of the South'
24.02.2024 - 09:51 / nationalgeographic.com / Abraham Lincoln / Tom Hanks
Anyone who’s set foot in America’s Deep South will know ‘Southern charm’ is no myth, and Savannah — Georgia’s oldest city — embodies just this. Situated at the mouth of the Savannah River in the east of the state, the city has retained its ‘olde world’ atmosphere since its founding in 1733 through its well-preserved cobblestone streets, pre-Civil War architecture, horse-drawn carriages and manicured parks. Meanwhile its more modern array of offerings, including quirky ice cream parlours, moody speakeasies, cosy coffee shops and independent bookshops, have all helped earn its more recent nickname of the ‘Hostess City of the South’.
Its urban beauty is also undeniable. Though ravaged by naval blockades during the Civil War, Savannah is said to have charmed Union general William Sherman so much that he saved it from the fires being set by his soldiers during the battle, and instead offered the city as a Christmas gift to President Abraham Lincoln. Today, Savannah plays a much larger role than just being easy on the eye; it’s a vibrant cultural and historical hub for the state and the perfect jumping-off point for various coastal adventures.
Begin your exploration in the city’s downtown Historic District — an area where over 1,000 landmarks, including great, storied buildings and park-like city squares, set the quintessential scene of the American South. Various avenues are also famously lined with oak trees festooned with Spanish moss. While in the area, be sure to stop by the Graveface Museum, which specialises in true crime and eccentric oddities from around the world, as well as the Jepson Centerfor its forward-thinking art exhibitions and interactive spaces. The Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace Museum is also well worth a visit for its rich stories, special collections and unique experiences recalling the life of Juliette Gordon Low, who founded the Girl Scouts.
Savannah’s 22 squares are split across five streets and vary in size and features, with fountains, monuments, playgrounds and refreshment vendors. Johnson Square, the oldest and largest of Savannah’s historic squares, is surrounded by some of the most magnificent buildings, including City Hall, the Christ Episcopal Church and several large banks. Chippewa Square, meanwhile, is the one for cinephiles. Soak up the location where Tom Hanks entered ‘life is like a box of chocolates’ into movie history, though don’t hope for a Forrest Gump imitation photo: the film’s iconic bench now sits ensconced within the Savannah History Museum, a 10-minute walk away.
Just eight streets on sits another movie icon: the red-brick Mercer Williams House Museum, made famous by its sinister history and starring role in the book and film of Midnight in the Garden of
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