We spent the day in Savannah. Gary loves Savannah and has been wanting to show it to us for quite a while. It is a wonderful city full of Southern grace and charm - with a generous helping of humidity.
We drove to the visitors center and from there took a 90 minute trolley tour which gave us a great overview of the city and its amazing place in history. After the tour we could hop on and off the trolley at whatever area of the city we wanted to spend time in.
Founded in 1733 Savannah is Georgia's first city. History is all over this city...Founding Fathers...Revolutionary War...Civil War...
We saw where all the people of Savannah gathered to hear the Declaration of Independence read to them for the first time.
John Wesley started the first Sunday School here.
I really enjoyed the city squares - unique little tree and shrub lined park-like blocks that grace the streets of Savannah's historical district. These squares were designed to be bordered by homes and public buildings. They have been likened to "outdoor living rooms" where people would gather in the evenings to visit, stroll and share the news of the day. They are still so beautiful and inviting. I love the concept and have never seen anything like it.
This city really does capture you and I know that one day here is just a fragment of all there is to do and see. Sadly for us that will have to be left for another trip. We must press on...heading North.
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