Talmadge Memorial Bridge

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The Talmadge Memorial Bridge spans the Savannah River between downtown Savannah, Georgia, and Hutchinson Island. The original cantilever bridge was built in 1953; a replacement bridge, named the Talmadge Memorial Bridge, was completed in 1991.

Reflection of the bridge on a window of the riverfront building creates an interesting image.

Talmadge Memorial Bridge over the Savannah River

Window Reflections of the Bridge

Mary Musgrove Ferry

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The Savannah Belles Ferry offers free, scenic transportation across the Savannah River, connecting downtown Savannah’s Riverwalk with Hutchinson Island.

All of the ferries are named after notable women of Savannah. Musgrove is a woman of Creek Indian and Colonial Georgia descent. She served as an interpreter for Gen. Oglethorpe during the city’s founding.

Mary Musgrove Ferry

Historic Building on River Street

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Savannah’s riverfront has been at the center of its history since the city was founded in 1733. Now, River Street offers a pleasant promenade along the river, taking in the historic buildings and the view over the water and Hutchinson Island. Many aspects of Savannah’s history can still be seen in the buildings and monuments along River Street.

Old Building on River Street, Savannah Waterfront

Rails on Savannah Waterfront

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The colony of Georgia began on Savannah’s waterfront in 1733. From fine dining to adult slushies to can’t-miss festivals, this famous cobblestone street has something for everyone.

Rails on Savannah’s River Street are historic remnants of the “River Street Rambler” freight line, which operated from 1889 until roughly 2001. Later used for a tourist streetcar from 2009 to 2015, the tracks are now largely abandoned or partially removed due to redevelopment.

Streetcar rails on River Street, Savannah

 

Spouting Triton Figures

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The Forsyth Park Fountain, as originally designed and installed, incorporates four spouting Triton figures carrying shell horns (representing the mythological Greek messenger of the sea, half man and half fish).

Blowing the Horn at Forsyth Park Fountain

Side View of Figure Blowing the Horn at Forsyth Park Fountain

Another View of Figure Blowing the Horn at Forsyth Park Fountain

Forsyth Park Fountain

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The Forsyth Fountain has stood at the heart of Savannah for over 150 years. Since 1858, she has served as a symbol of the city’s grace and enduring beauty. Forsyth Park is the ultimate gathering spot for Savannah‘s locals and visitors alike.

Forsyth Park Fountain

Forsyth Park Fountain in Savannah

Visiting Savannah

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We visited Savannah, Georgia, in February and will be posting images from there.

Savannah, a coastal city in Georgia, is separated from South Carolina by the Savannah River. It’s known for manicured parks, horse-drawn carriages, and antebellum architecture. The bicycle parking post and the waterfront stores are named after the city.

Bicycle Parking Post in Savannah

Savannah’s Historic Riverfront