Lafayette Square is gorgeous…read more We dropped by and between the trees with their spanish moss sweeping low over the green grass and brick pathways--we were charmed. It's also home to the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, which we stopped by while were were there as well. There's a beautiful fountain in the center of the square that makes for a lovely focal point. There are plenty of benches along the brick pathways for lingering as well. We enjoyed a leisurely afternoon here of reading in lovely weather while listening to the sound of the fountain in the distance.

Nice spot we visited that had Statues and things to look at. Nice easy walk that is worth a visit…read morewhen you are in town

Overjoyed to see this wonderful statue and park. A really…read moreadorable area. The park also features charming benches and those iconic trees with Spanish Moss. The fountain was on today. Very clean!! Apparently on St Patrick's Day the water will be green. I'm happy to enjoy it today. Perfect day thanks to all the hard working City planners, architects, employees, and volunteers. Both passed and present because it looks nice today because of everyone's efforts.

We were on a road trip to the Northeast and our first stop was Savannah. My husband was nice…read moreenough to find the nearby restaurant near this park so we took a stroll through the park before lunch. It is a beautiful and peaceful park with a gorgeous fountain in the middle. There were many people taking pictures of the fountain, including me!

Beautiful and rich in history! A beautiful place to rest along your stroll exploring the squares in…read moreSavannah!

Monterey Square, a shaded alcove that welcomes visitors to pause and view the towering monument…read morepays homage to General Casimir Pulaski....located away from the historic district, closer to Forsyth Park. At the southeast corner, the Mercer-Williams House opens its doors daily to guests for tours. The story of Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil revolves around this house. John Norris designed the house, erected in 1871. There is also the Comer Jefferson House by the square. Former president of the Confederate States of America, Jefferson Davis, temporary resided here. He came to visit with his daughter to celebrate the centennial of the Chatham Artillery. So this part of Savannah has a lot of offer for those who are willing to explore this part of the city...

Locals say that each of Savannah's twenty two squares has it's own personality. These Squares were…read moreoriginally used to practice and drill for the militia, but today they are gathering places of beauty and history. The city design was dreamt up by a one James Oglethorpe of Yorkshire, England. In 1732, Oglethorpe was granted a charter to found the colony of Georgia, and his plan for the city's layout was based on the Enlightenment ideals of science, humanism and secular government. Oglethorpe Square is named after this man, the founder of Georgia and Savannah. It's paths are connected and multi-directional, without being chaotic. There are many benches for lounging and trees to provide shade and a sense of comfort. You won't find a statue of James Oglethorpe in the square with his namesake, you will have to head to Chippewa Square to see that. Oglethorpe Square is clean, peaceful and a lovely place to visit.

Oglethorpe Square is one of the 22 Squares of Savannah. Compared to the other squares, this one is…read morefairly "unremarkable." For example, it doesn't have an obelisk commemorating an American Revolutionary War general like Johnson Square ( https://www.yelp.com/biz/johnson-square-savannah ) nor does it have a monument like the Haitian Monument in Franklin Square ( https://www.yelp.com/biz/franklin-square-savannah ). In this sense, Oglethorpe Square is rather plain and boring. However, from our visit, I still found it to be a charming, nice-looking, and well-maintained square; hence, the Yelp four stars ("Good"). Oglethorpe Square is located in the North Historic District, only a couple blocks north of Colonial Park Cemetery. If you're in the area, I recommend visiting the cemetery: https://www.yelp.com/biz/colonial-park-cemetery-savannah Oglethorpe Square was one of two squares built after the original four. Overall, it was the sixth to be laid out, in 1742. For reference, Colonial Cemetery opened in 1750 and nearby Columbia Square, two blocks east, was laid out in 1799. Oglethorpe Square was named after General James Oglethorpe (1696-1785). Oglethorpe founded Georgia, then one of the Thirteen Colonies, in 1732. Oglethorpe County and Oglethorpe University are also named after the general, as well as, presumably, Oglethorpe Power. Anyway, back to the square. It consists of nine roughly equally-sized sections (mini squares, almost) divided by brick walkways. It's like a public park with lots of grass, a variety of trees, bushes, and flowers, and benches and trash cans. The center square is all grass with a classic lamppost at each of the four corners. During our visit, the grounds appeared well kept. A sign on a pedestal in the northeast corner of the square read: "In memory of the Moravian colonists in Savannah, 1735-1740, who maintained a mission to the Indians. This memorial is presented to the City of Savannah by the Wachovia Historical Society of Winston-Salem, NC." I think that's cool because I'm originally from the Piedmont Triad area of North Carolina and I'm familiar with Old Salem and the Moravians: https://www.yelp.com/biz/old-salem-museums-and-gardens-winston-salem-3 I didn't know about their connection with Savannah until after visiting Oglethorpe Square.

A nice square with a monument honoring Haitians who joined in the defense of Savannah. Adjacent to…read morean historic church with daily tours.

We came upon Franklin Square after checking out Savannah's adjacent historic City Market:…read morehttps://www.yelp.com/biz/city-market-savannah This is one of Savannah's 22 squares. It's named after Benjamin Franklin, who - I learned after visiting this square - was appointed by the Georgia, New Jersey, and Massachusetts colonies to be their agent to the Crown circa 1765. What makes this square special is the Haitian Monument featured in the center. It honors more than 500 Haitian soldiers who fought alongside American colonial troops in the Second Battle of Savannah. That was in 1779, during the Revolutionary War (1775-1783). At that time, that part of Haiti, where the soldiers came from, was known as the French colony of Saint-Domingue. The monument in this square depicts six soldiers. The drummer is Henri Christophe (1767-1820). Christophe was a leader in the Haitian Revolution, where Haiti gained independence from France (1804). He was later proclaimed Henry I, King of Haiti. Of Savannah's squares, Franklin Square is the northernmost square. It's four blocks south of River Street and is part of the row that's closest to the Savannah River. Unlike several of the squares farther south, Franklin Square is located in a more touristy, commercial part of town. Along with the aforementioned City Market, there are restaurants, bars, hotels, stores, and attractions (e.g., museums) nearby. Also unlike a lot of the other squares, this one is mostly brick with barely any grass, relatively speaking. Like the other squares, it has plenty of park-bench seating, picturesque trees, and classic-looking lampposts. During our late-afternoon Friday visit, the square was active with people coming, going, and resting. It was clean and felt safe. It was loud compared to the other squares because of music and noise from surrounding businesses, horses, trolleys, and cars. Franklin Square was the eighth square to be built overall, in 1790. For reference, the original four squares were laid out in 1733. The square was destroyed in 1935 due to routing for the federal Coastal Highway (US 17). It was restored in 1985.

Another one of the pretty squares in Savannah…read more Madison Square has a 15- and- a- half-foot bronze monument of Sergeant William Jasper in the middle of everything. There's a lot of history, and even some rumored hauntings, in and around the square. Madison Square houses many nice restaurants and shops, as well. The square was designed in 1837, laid out in 1839. It is a nice place to sit, walk around, picnic or just stroll around....lots of nice businesses nearby make this a very popular square....

Impressive Square in Savannah…read more According to our city tour guide Madison Square in Savannah (not in NYC) was where the bloodiest hour of the American Revolution took place. It was in this location, that during the Battle of Savannah, that many soldiers fell in battle. It was said that dead soldiers bodies were thrown into mass graves here but not all of the men who were thrown into the grave were dead (yet). They may have been badly wounded, with death imminent but how horrible that these soldiers must've felt being buried alive. Hence, haunted!! The most common ghost seen in Madison Square is a solid black shadow figure. It is said to have the shape of a full-grown man. A bronze monument of Sergeant William Jasper, an American soldier in the Revolutionary War, stands tall to honor the sergeant. Sgt. Jasper died during the Siege of Savannah on October 9, 1779. My hubby loves paranormal stuff and some of the haunted homes around Madison Square really piqued his interest like the Sorrel-Weed House - this home is said to be one of the most haunted houses in the entire city. We did a mansion tour inside on our first evening here in Savannah. When we had signed up for the Sorrel-Weed House ghost tour we thought that the meeting place was here in Madison Square. That's how we ended seeing this square. Another historic place is the The Green-Meldrim House - this is where General Sherman stayed during the occupation of Savannah and headquartered his confederate troops here. Other buildings on Madison Square is the St. John's Episcopal Church. Review #1854

This is a piece of forgotten history from right here in Savannah. Savannah is not just known for…read morebars and buildings but cemeteries as well. I think it is justified that we give these spirits too our attention, and respect, as they deserve it. A construction crew laying fiber optic cable at Hunter on Aug. 21, 2006, found some human remains. Work was halted and experts were consulted. The researchers found 37 graves with 40 individuals, all African-Americans buried between the 1870s and early 1900s, with most graves placed in the 1890s. The cemetery was probably formed by First Zion Church of Belmont, which served a dispersed freedman community with ties to the former Belmont Plantation. While the experts were there, they were asked to check another site on the installation, a nearby obstacle course that was being considered as a location for new houses. There, the researchers found the remains of 346 African Americans. Both cemeteries were created at the same time. The remains were extensively documented and placed in individual coffins, along with everything the archaeologists found, including pieces of the original coffins. They were reburied here in Belmont Cemetery on this installation, where the graves are marked by numbers that correspond to the records the archaeologists created for each person. None of the remains has been positively identified as specific individuals, and no descendants have been found. Anyone with information about who was buried at Hunter Army Airfield should call Steve Hart, spokesman for the base, at 912-315-3739.

Savannah! So charming, lovely and full of history. The hubby and I stayed in the historic downtown…read morearea which very walkable. There are 22 squares and we were located near Oglethorpe Square, resembles a small park but lots of historical significance. Oglethorpe was the founder of Georgia. The reviews by locals or Elites mention more of what the squares are, historic and architectural details all around downtown. There are lots of either walking or bus tours available. The hubby and I rode the free bus around town. Like any city, there are good parts and not so good ones. Amazing food and Southern Hospitality. There are also lots of ghost stories and places that attract those interested in "haunted" places. I heard so many awesome things about Savannah before making the trip. Would definitely love to return but would choose a month with milder temperatures.

Savannah is one of those places that just sticks with you. Walking through the historic squares…read moreunder the oak trees with the Spanish moss feels like stepping back in time. Everything is clean, scenic, and full of character. There's a great mix of history, food, and things to do. Whether you're exploring downtown, eating at local spots, or just taking it all in, it's hard not to enjoy yourself. My family and I had an awesome time and I'd go back again without thinking twice.