![]() This is where Forrest Gump sat on the bench telling the story of his life. One of the most known is Chippewa Square, that is best known from the Forrest Gump movie. They are perfect for catching a break from the sun, with the shade they provide. Out of the original 24, 22 remain and each has a name and a statue or a fountain in the center. Strolling through the city and exploring many of the squares, was one of my favorite things to do in Savannah. There’s always lots of activity there, whether it’s people catching shade, walking their dogs or simply enjoying this beautiful green space. This 30 acre park, with the beautiful white fountain, is the heart of the city. The streets are lined with trees, it’s home to 22 squares and the largest green space of them all : Forsyth Park. One of the reasons I enjoyed Savannah so much was that as far as cities go, this one is really green. Things to do in Savannah Visit Forsyth Park Where to eat – best restaurants in Savannah.Visit the Cathedral of St John the Baptist. ![]() You can also join this small guided Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil Tour, where you get to visit the locations known from the book and movie. ” Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil ” brought a lot of attention to somewhat forgotten Savannah and had a huge impact on tourism in the city. And ” The Book ” is exactly how locals refer to it. You’d be surprised how quickly you’ll find yourself on a mission to find all the locations mentioned in the book. Through the book we get a peak at the city of Savannah, its social life and eccentric residents in a very entertaining way. ![]() John Berendt’s bestseller from 1994 follows the story of the murder of Jim Williams’ assistant ( and lover ). I guarantee you, this book will make your Savannah visit that much better. If there’s one piece of advice I can give you before visiting Savannah, is to pick up a copy of ” Midnight i n the Garden of Good and Evil “. There’s no shortage of things to do in Savannah, making it a perfect weekend destination. It’s green, insanely picturesque, charming and spooky at the same time. I spent 3 days in Savannah and the city quickly became one of my favorite destinations. It appears really charming at first, but as you get to know it better, you start uncovering the city’s dark secrets and many mysteries. Savannah is often described as one of the most haunted cities in America, and if you visit, you’ll understand why. If you make a purchase through these links, I receive a small commission at NO EXTRA COST TO YOU.
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