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By: Pete Sampson
Daily life in Savannah, Georgia is hip and stylish, but it's old Southern tradition sees to it that it will always maintain its serenity. Savannah, this modest city that happily welcomes a entire world, gets its name from the Native American word for “grassy plain”. Savannah has come quite a long distance from its original existence as the quiet plain.

Living up to the complementary reputation of being known as the “hostess city of the South”, Savannah, Georgia treats both local people and visitors to charming squares, beautiful garden paths, culture, a large selection of entertainment, and delectable food. The city of Savannah takes on the qualities of the southern belle: fascinating, benevolent, lively and impressive.

The twenty-four squares which are cleverly arranged here and there throughout the historical vicinity lay out the spirit of the downtown area. General James Ogelthorpe , between creating the colony of Georgia, fighting off the Spanish threat and working toward peaceful cohabitation with the Creek Indians, is to be credited with laying the city plan for Savannah, much of which remains intact today. These well-known squares form the cultural, historical and literal heart of the city. The many activities that help make Savannah great spread outward from there. Each unique square weaves a story of local and world history, having survived both the Revolutionary and Civil Wars.

Art and culture are to be observed on every single corner of Savannah’s energetic streets , all throughout the year. Savannah’s Music Festival in March and the Jazz Festival in September fill the air with cool melodies. African Americans, Greeks, Irish, Scots and Asians, among others, share their culture with festivals and celebrations spread out during different days of the year. Meanwhile, students of the Savannah College of Art and Design captivate the public by bringing the pavement of Forsyth Park to life with their drawings during the annual Sidewalk Art Festival. Savannah’s indoor cultural scene is packed with over eighty art galleries, museums, and theaters.

The outskirts of the city of Savannah offer the security of a small town for households who like quietness and space, while the city center offers a metropolitan feel with three universities , great shopping, and a nightlife that seems to start in and expand out from CityMarket.

Those fortunate people who live in Savannah can be seen spending their leisure time the way most people spend vacations -- year round moderate temperatures allow for for endless outdoor activities, nearby beaches, plenty of golf courses, and the occasional blues bar. Outdoor activities are one of the many reasons why Savannah is such a hot spot. Even the public transport system is stress-free. The Chatham Area Transit (CAT) operates an efficient system of buses, trolleys, and a ferry for those crossing the Savannah River.

It should be no surprise that Savannah is regularly listed as one of The United States top 10 most beautiful cities. Savannah’s tremendous draw extends to a extremely large variety of tastes. These diverse interests and lifestyles coexist in a complimentary way, which helps to add to Savannah’s growth. Artists add its culture, small businesses welcome tourists and grow as a result of them, and big industry pushes the economy forward. Therefore, this humble city, with her big city mindset, knows how to attract the world’s attention without even having to try. Pete Sampson is a freelance author and historian. He has relished the beauty of Savannah for over 25 years. He highly recommends is: http://www.greatersavannah.com/">GreaterSavannah.com for Savannah, Georgia Real Estate.
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