Savannah, Georgia

Savannah, Georgia
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Savannah is a major city in Georgia, United States. It is in fact the biggest city in Chatham County, the easternmost county of Georgia. The city is also one of the oldest city in Georgia, established in 1733 and served for a while as the first capital of the state.

Eugene Talmadge Memorial Bridge, Savannah River, Eugene Talmadge Memorial Bridge, Savannah River, Savannah, Georgia
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Today Savannah has many historical sites tied to its long history. It is the birthplace of Juliette Gordon Low, who founded the Girl Scouts of America. It is also the home of the oldest African American Baptist church, the First African Baptist Church, and the third oldest synagogue in America, the Temple Mickve Israel.

The city of Savannah has a population of 132,000 and a metropolitan population of 343,000. Location on the Atlantic coast of Georgia, it hosted the sailing competition for the 1996 Summer Olympics held in Atlanta.

Savannah City Hall, Georgia
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Travel to Savannah

The most practical way to reach Savannah is by car. You can take the Interstate-95 and Interstate-16 to reach the city. Alternatively, you can fly to Savannah, landing at the Savannah/Hilton-Head International Airport. The airport receives flights from major US airlines, with connection to all the major cities in the United States. From the airport, you can rent a car or take a shuttle to downtown Savannah.

Travel within Savannah

Driving would be the most convenient way to explore Savannah. If you prefer to use public transport, the buses in Savannah are operated by the Chatham Area Transit. The single-journey fare is $1.50, but you would do well to get the All-Day Multiple Ride Pass, as it only costs $3.00.

The historic part of Savannah also has a fare-free shuttle service, called the CAT Shuttle, which takes you to many of the historic sites within the city.

Temple Mickve Israel, Savannah, Georgia
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Places of Interest in Savannah

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