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Monterey Square

Georgia · United States

7 story sections

See the most desirable square, and where the mystery of "Midnight" unfolded!

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Contents

7 sections · tap a section for its opening lines
  1. 1Orientation

    Welcome to Monterey Square. If there is a single location that encapsulates the romantic, slightly melancholy, and deeply historical atmosphere of Savannah, it is right here. …

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  2. 2The Casimir Pulaski Monument

    Commanding the center of Monterey Square is a soaring, exquisitely carved marble monument that presents a fascinating historical paradox. This towering structure is dedicated to Count Casimir Pulaski, a Polish nobleman and…

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  3. 3Jim Williams and the Preservation Movement

    While the sensational crime at the Mercer Williams house often dominates the narrative, it is crucial to understand the profound impact that its owner, Jim Williams, had on the physical preservation of Savannah. To stand in…

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  4. 4Congregation Mickve Israel

    Anchoring the eastern trust lot of Monterey Square is a building that consistently surprises visitors: Congregation Mickve Israel. With its towering pointed arches and intricate stone tracery, it is the only purely Gothic Revival…

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  5. 5The Architecture of the Ward System

    Monterey Square offers what is perhaps the most perfect surviving illustration of the Oglethorpe plan's ward system as it applied to residential living. To understand the layout of the buildings surrounding you is to understand…

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  6. 6The Spirits and Shadows of Savannah

    As the afternoon light begins to fade and the shadows lengthen across the cobblestones, it is impossible to ignore the distinct, ethereal atmosphere that settles over Monterey Square. Savannah is widely reputed to be the most…

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  7. 7Closing

    As we conclude our exploration of Monterey Square, take a moment to stand quietly and survey the profound beauty of this enclosed space. You have walked through a microcosm of Savannah’s complex history, experiencing the…

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What is Monterey Square?

Monterey Square is a place in Georgia · United States with 7 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
LocationGeorgia · United States
TypeHeritage
Story sections7
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates32.0715, -81.0950
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Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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