Savannah is a city located in (and the county seat of) Chatham County, Georgia. The city's population was 127,500 in 2004, according to U.S. Census estimates. Prior to 1970, Savannah was the second-largest city in GA. Today it is ranked fourth in population.Savannah's metropolitan area, with a population of 304,000, includes three Georgia counties: Bryan, Chatham, and Effingham. Savannah was the first colonial and state capital of Georgia. It is also the primary port on the Savannah River and is located along the U.S. Intracoastal Waterway. Savannah's architecture and history are internationally known, as is its reputation for Southern charm and hospitality. The city prides itself as the "Hostess City of the South". Savannah's downtown area is the largest National Historic Landmark District in the United States. Savannah is also noted for its St. Patrick's Day celebration, the second largest in the United States behind New York City. The city is the home of three colleges and universities offering bachelor's and master's degree programs. Renowned for its grace and charm, Savannah offers a comfortable, classic feel and warmth. The nurse fields there provide ample opportunity for a long-term and stable career in a choice field from several institutions. Click here to read more about nursing schools, fields in nursing, and living in Savannah.