Credited as being the first planned city in the United States, Georgia's city of Savannah is positioned on a bluff above the Savannah River, a few miles upstream from the Atlantic Ocean state coastline.
This Southern city is filled with old-fashioned hospitality and a small-town atmosphere. Savannah invites visitors to stroll back in time, right to 1733 when the city was first founded by British General James Oglethorpe with the permission of native Yamacraw Indian chief Tomo-chi-chi.
Savannah is the oldest city in the state of Georgia and a favourite among visitors to the old South. Known for its eccentricities and its old-world style, this coastal city promises hundreds of hours of entertainment and culture.
Established in 1733, Savannah is rich in history. For those with a keen interest in the history of the city and one of the largest National Historic Landmark districts in the US, there are many wonderful museums and galleries.
The Savannah History Museum gives visitors an excellent introduction to the city of Savannah, while Fort Jackson, Georgia's oldest standing fort, offers historical demonstrations and cannon firings for a dynamic historical experience.
Savannah contains one of the country's largest preserved historical urban areas, where visitors can explore grandiose mansions and Spanish moss-covered oaks. The city's legacy as a major player in the cotton industry is still evident in the Savannah Cotton Exchange.
Apart from hundreds of architecturally significant buildings, Savannah is also not lacking in restaurants, shops (particularly fine antique stores), Civil War forts, museums, galleries, quaint squares, and lovely beaches. This all rightfully earns it the nickname 'The Hostess City of the South'.
Strategically positioned on the north of the Georgia coastline, Savannah serves as an excellent starting point for exploring the scenic barrier islands, resort towns, and inlets found along the coast. And of course, it is imperative one try the region's world-famous shrimp that is caught and cooked to perfection.
Savannah is home to some historic homes, with stand-out favourites including Owens-Thomas House. The Cathedral of St John the Baptist, constructed over many years beginning in 1873, will also delight architecture buffs. Lovers of the arts should definitely visit the Telfair Academy and the Jepson Center which both house highly renowned art collections.
History, culture, and architecture aside, Savannah is also known for its exciting nightlife, with the streets being filled with restaurants and jazzy entertainment. River Street is a great place to start for those in search of historic charm as well as a good selection of restaurants, bars, and shops.
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