Savannah is one of the top 15 friendliest cities in the Southern list

Southern Living, one of the region’s top lifestyle magazines, recently released its list of the top 15 friendliest cities in the South. Savannah ranked second in friendliest overall.

The rankings were determined by an online survey conducted by a third-party agency that asked Southern Living readers to name the friendliest people and places in the South. The survey was conducted from July 12 to August 23 last year and received more than 20,000 responses.

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Here is what Southern Living had to say about Savannah: “There is pure magic to be found in the shady squares and sunlit streets of Savannah. Everyone marvels at the majesty of the live oak trees in Forsyth Park, but the real beauty of the city cannot be reflected in the way it fully lives up to its title as Hostess City of the South, its public green spaces and vibrant riverfront, lined with local shops and restaurants, are places for everyone to enjoy.

Here’s the full list, ordered from top to bottom:

1. Charleston, South Carolina
2. Savannah
3. Greenville, South Carolina
4. New Orleans
5. Nashville, Tenn
6. Wilmington, North Carolina
7. Asheville, North Carolina
8. Franklin, Tenn
9. Lexington, KY
10. Lafayette, Louisiana
11. Chattanooga, Tenn
12. San Antonio
13. Austin, Texas
14. Bentonville, Arkansas
15. Cary, North Carolina