An early morning stroll through the historic district of Savannah. Where the fog envelops the city with its white veil, and the Live Oak trees are draped with Spanish Moss. Here is where stories are made.
Business men come out with their freshly pressed oxford shirts and dress slacks, and the descendants of slaves walk the cobblestone streets. A city steeped in history, and freshened for the new millenium.
The streets are quiet this morning, the tourists resting in their hotels.
Visions of a true antebellum town drew me to Savannah. Considered to be one of the top towns in America for visiting, the visitor amenities are ample. From luxurious hotels and quaint bed and breakfast Inns, to fine dining and elegant shopping, there is plenty to choose from. The historic district is dotted with numerous garden squares with ancient oak trees and brick walkways.
But the true historic town that I was expecting has been changed. Savannah was first established in 1733 and was the first colonial and state capital of Georgia. It survived through multiple struggles including the American Revolutionary War, and the American Civil War only for the historic buildings to be destroyed in the 1930’s and 1940’s to make the foundation for the tourism industry.
It is here where a number of movies have been filmed, including the square where Forest Gump sat while waiting for the bus. There are still a few treasures to be found.
Thankfully to a handful of true Southern women in the mid 1950’s and additional conservation groups, the importance of historical preservation became paramount in Savannah. Of course, one cannot be in the city of the movie Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil without finding a few characters on the street.
There is plenty for visitors to enjoy, including romantic carriage rides or cruises down the Savannah River on a steam boat. If you’re ever in the area, Savannah is a true pleasure to explore.
Categories: 2013 Project 365, Civil War, Foot Prints, history, travel
Emily Carter ~ Nature as Art 
I enjoyed joining you on your stroll through Savannah! The oak and light pole is my favorite 🙂 the bench just beckons you to rest in a pretty spot, too.
Thank you so much Tricia. I did a few more HDR this time due to the high contrast scenarios. It was an interesting town. I agree, the oak and light pole is a favorite as well.
Hey, that’s my city!
Really? You live there? Wish I had known. I needed a local this morning to show me the town 🙂
Yep, I live in Savannah. Awesome, awesome place- and immensely photogenic. Did you enjoy your visit?
I did, it was short though. You were probably working anyway as I was there on Tuesday night. I’ll remember it for next time if I make it back there. Lovely city!
Steamboats and beautiful sights, Love it 🙂
Thank you so much Andy ! I love the mood the fog gave that morning.
Me too! ^_^
The book Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil was a good read, didn’t see the movie. I would have loved to walk and touch those hundred years oak trees and feel the moss. Thanks for taking us down the lane of Savannah.
I didn’t read the book, but saw the movie so we’re even! The movie was pretty awesome and walking around those age old trees was magical. Thanks Seeker.
Thank you for the tour of a very photogenic city!
It is my pleasure to share it with you Jerry. Thank you so much for enjoying it.
Beautiful photos… 🙂
“I’m say Georgia Georgia
A song of you
Comes as sweet and clear
As moonlight through the pine”
(from “Georgia no my mind” with Ray Charles) 🙂
Didn’t know the Forest Gump stuff – wonderful movie… 🙂
That must be one of the greatest songs of all time Drake. Thank you so much for reminding me of a beautiful song.
I’ve been thru there a few times, years ago. So much good culture. I love the large oaks that still line the streets. No salt damage there! Thanks for the read!
Haha! That is so true ! They don’t have to salt their streets. Imagine trying to plow snow on those cobblestones? Thank you so much for stopping by and commenting. it’s great meeting you and I look forward to sharing more with you in the future.
Nice series from this interesting city.
See Bente? I do actually do get out and about. Quite different than the big city right? The African American culture is truly fascinating in that area.
Oh wow, you just took me back to my teenage years of staying up until dawn and reading Gone with the Wind where Scarlett wanders through streets of Savannah! Lovely post.
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Wow, I have no idea why I never got that connection. You’re absolutely right ! I can see her ruling the streets. Thank you so much and it’s a pleasure to meet you. Hope to see you back soon. Bella
Wonderful photographs of a beautiful area.
That’s a good question Ty. We shod plan it! I’ll check with you on google+
Oh we miss Savannah so much! (well maybe not the traffic on Abercorn st) Anyway enjoy it for us, we’ll get back down there someday!
It was truly a lovely town, and I was happy to enjoy it for you Ty. 🙂
The lion fountain. Frame that! 🙂
Thank you so much for the vote of confidence. It was an interesting and historical building. Even has the Freemasons hang out in there. 🙂
I am so jealous right now – loving your captures – Savannah is on my travel bucket list:) Happy Thursday!
It was a really fun city and I know you would love it! Particularly when it comes to food. Hope you’re doing well. The trip is going to quickly. The beach is for tomorrow. Woo Hoo!
Excellent scenes and reminds me I have not been to Savannah in years. Are you there now?
We were there for one night on our way down to Florida. Three nights in Fla, then we start heading back north. It’s not too far for you right?
I have never been to Savannah. Now I have see it through your lens and it is beautiful.
It’s a long way from where you are Rebecca. Literally on the other side of the continent. So happy I was able to share the streets with you. Thank you so much for your kindness.
What an informative post Emily, great job, I love the atmosphere you found in them as well. I can’t wait for the foggy mornings, apparently it could be foggy tomorrow morning when I’m down the beach, fingers crossed.
I haven’t checked your blog yet, but hope you did get a foggy morning. I love the photos that you come up with. So much drama and power.
We didn’t get any fog, which was a bit sad.
Awww..it’ll happen. I just know it!
Fingers crossed, if the cold mornings we have been getting are indication it won’t be long.
Just wonderful! I’ve never been, but I just know I want to live here. 🙂
Nice town..too generic for you. Gainesville’s the place for you girl!
REALLY? Savannah’s too generic? WOW. But the history! And all the character’s in “Midnight in the Garden….”!
True..but they took most of the old stuff out of the historic area. Lots of tourists too. You get more feel from Charleston or New Orleans.
Ah, interesting… I’ve been to both Charleston and NOLA, but not Savannah.
I love Louisiana. I was fortunate enough to spend a whole week in New Orleans 22 years ago! I shall never forget it. Great photos and happy memories. Thanks for sharing. 🙂
I love Louisiana too..but this was South Carolina. Not quite the same, but still great fun. Great seeing you Fatima, and hope all is well with you.
Oops! Sorry. My geography has let me down. I don’t know why I believed that Savannah was part of Lousiana. I stand corrected: thank you.
Thanks for the tour of Savannah. Nicely done.
My guess is that you’ve spent some nice time here as well Tom.
Thanks for taking us along as I felt I was right there with you! Beautiful images and a place I would very much like to visit one day. Great job!!!
You are so kind to stop by and comment Cynthia. I’m so happy that you enjoyed this walkabout and felt as if you were there with me. Great seeing you and look forward to more great stories.