Peachy the Magazine Spring 2016 | Page 25

Monterrey Squarephoto: Christopher Titzer via Flickr Lafayette Square photo: Jeff Gunn via Flickr GARDENS Johnson Square, the oldest and largest square in Savannah, is surrounded by some of the most magnificent buildings downtown, including City Hall, Christ Episcopal Church and several large banks. (Bull and St. Julian streets) Lafayette Square is home to the ornate Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, which boasts the highest twin steeples in all of downtown. (Abercorn and Macon streets) There’s a plethora of history, and even some rumored hauntings, in and around Madison Square, as well as a great selection of restaurants and shops. Named after President James Madison, this square features vintage cannons from the old Savannah Armory. (Bull and Macon streets) Monterey Square is a shaded alcove that welcomes visitors to pause and check out the towering monument that pays homage to General Casimir Pulaski. Monterey Square is widely considered Savannah’s most picturesque square. The Mercer House, the setting for the murder in John Berendt’s Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil, is located on this lovely square. (Bull and Wayne streets) Source: Savannah.com SPRING 2016 23