4 Memorials to Explore in Georgia

Bonaventure Cemetery was developed on the historically significant site of Bonaventure Plantation. The cemetery became famous when it was featured in the 1994 novel Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil by John Berendt, and in the movie, directed by Clint Eastwood, based on the book. It is the largest of the city's municipal cemeteries, containing nearly 160 acres.

The Colonial Park Cemetery, one of Savannah’s most beautiful restorations, is the final resting place for many of Savannah's earliest citizens. Established about 1750, it was the original burial ground for the Christ Church Parish.

Franklin Square and Ward are named for Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790), one of the founding fathers of the United States and former agent of Georgia.

The Ray Charles Memorial is a fitting tribute to the Grammy award-winning musician and composer. Located close to his birthplace in Albany, the memorial features a life-size bronze statue of Charles at five years old with his saxophone. Designed by internationally acclaimed sculptor PrestonJackson, it stands atop a base with small photographs from pivotal points in Charles' life. There is also an amphitheatre that offers musical performances that celebrate the life and legacy of Ray Charles.