After my son Matt, then a teenager, visited Savannah for the first time, I asked him to describe the city in one or two words.
His immediate response: “Haunting.”
I had to agree. Few places produce that looking-over-my-shoulder feeling that Savannah does. No surprise then that my protagonist visits Savannah in the sequel to Crossing into the Mystic.
As one of the oldest cities in the United States, it has a rich history that is kept alive by the preservation of its historic district.
As you walk along the cobblestone streets and through the numerous squares, you can’t help but feel the presence of those who settled there; their spirits seemingly still laying claim to Savannah’s genteel society, or trapped until a more sinister tragedy can be resolved and their spirits freed to pass on.
In honor of upcoming Halloween—and because I am one of those people who chooses to look upon Halloween as just a fun and innocent day (not an anti-Christian ritual wrapped in worshipping the dead)—I thought it might be fun to talk about this haunting city.
I’d love to hear what you thought of the city if you’ve been lucky enough to visit.
Some Favorites
In a city full of historic homes, buildings and other locations, where does one start on finding and visiting the most haunted places in Savannah, GA? Here is a list of my favorite five.
1. The Colonial Cemetery 201 Abercorn St.
Just a block or two from the historic riverfront of Savannah, you will find the Colonial Cemetery. This is one of the oldest 
cemeteries in the entire South and contains graves of Patriots who died during the American Revolution.
During the American Civil War many of the tombs were damaged when Confederate 
soldiers used the land as both a camp and training grounds. The local chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution adopted the mostly ruined graveyard and preserved as many of the site markers as possible. It is said that late at night, if one is lucky, soldiers’ voices can still be heard within the locked walls, and occasionally, a soldier will be seen in a Confederate uniform patrolling the area.
2. The Sorrel Weed House 6 West Harris St.
The Sorrel Weed House is one of Savannah’s many historically preserved homes. Its paranormal activity has been documented on many 
television shows and is a favorite choice of ghost tours.
This is a house with a tragic tale; of true love overshadowed by a 
husband’s indiscretion with a house slave. The poor, distraught wife, it is said, threw herself off the third floor balcony to her death. Her spirit is still walking the hallways of this home, never having gotten over her husband’s betrayal.
The other mysterious presence is that of the house slave. In the slave quarters, behind the home, the slave-girl was found hanged shortly after the tragic death of the mistress. Was she a victim of an irate lover or was her death suicide? If you are lucky, the spirit in the room where she was found will tell you.
3. The 1895 Inn 126 East Oglethorpe
This beautiful Victorian Inn is a very common destination for those staying in Savannah. Its tales of being haunted have only made this a “must stay” for many visitors. 
While staying in the city recently, tourists took a few pictures of this pretty home one morning, not aware of its reputation for paranormal activity. In their personal photos of the front stairs and entrance, orbs were seen surrounding their children. Apparently, it was quite an experience for these first-time visitors to see the apparition clearly evident and so close to their little ones! Stay as a guest, or visit while downtown, but this Inn is a must see!
4. Bonaventure Cemetery 330 Bonaventure Rd.
It would not be a complete list of “best haunted places” to visit while in Savannah w
ithout including the Bonaventure Cemetery, made famous by the book and subsequent movie “Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil.” Plan to spend hours exploring the large graveyard. Once you enter its gates you will be entranced by its mystic atmosphere, stunning moss-dripped trees, and ancient tombstones. Names will call out to you as you tour the various areas of the cemetery; such as the founder of Savannah, General James Oglethorpe,
or beloved 6-year-old Gracie Watson. You find yourself in a serene state of reverence as you pay homage to these historic figures, many of whom still make their presence known after nightfall.
5. 432 Abercorn St.
On Abercorn St. there is a deserted house that has gained quite a reputation and following: 432 Abercorn. This home is said to have been deserted for over 50 years now, for a few reasons. The owner, after spending a few nights in the house moved into the carriage house located in the back of the property out of fear. Apparently the spirits haunting this particular home did not want new residents.
Over the years, various crews hired to restore the interior of the home have refused to return, even leaving their tools behind! Lights are often observed in the top floor of the home in the middle of the night, even though the house stands vacant and in an obvious state of disrepair.
As one approaches this house, the air surrounding the home feels energized, almost evil even during the daytime. Definitely a “must visit” (if you dare) while in the Savannah area.
Savannah, GA is a historical town, literally, built on-top of its dead. As the city expanded, cemeteries were demolished and buildings erected over the sacred land. You cannot help but feel this mystic “air” about the Historic District. If your adventurous spirit is seeking out haunted locales, Savannah, Georgia is a perfect spot to visit this Halloween.
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