The tree-shaded streets of downtown Savannah are 22 pockets of perfectly manicured squares knit together, giving the illusion the town is one big patchwork park. Planned in detail by founder James Oglethorpe in 1733, the compact area is quite walkable, allowing visitors to enjoy the city at an easy pace. Radiating from Forsyth Park with its photogenic fountain, the National Historic Landmark District is a montage of venerable buildings, each infused with a charm found only in this quintessential Southern gem.
