Have you ever wondered why so many people go to Forsyth Park? It is because it is a lovely place to stroll and enjoy nature. Forsyth Park covers about twenty to thirty acres of land. It is located between Drayton and Whitaker streets. The perimeter of the park is one mile and forty-six feet. In 1851, it was developed to its current size. It was named for John Forsyth, governor of Georgia when it became a city park.

On the east side of the park there is an enormous fountain. It was built in 1858, by the City Council and first spouted water on July 31, 1858. In August of the same year, the pool was extended and the workmen repositioned the Tritons out of the base. They did this to build an iron fence around the fountain so that children wouldn’t fall in.

In the very center of the park is the Confederate Monument. It was designed by Robert Reid and constructed between 1874 and 1875. The monument was built in honor of all who served in the Confederacy. On the east side of the monument there is an inscription that reads, “Come from the four winds, O, breath, and breathe upon these slain, that they may live.”

There is also a new garden for blind people. Even though the garden is just for the blind, other people can see the flowers, too. The blind who go in the garden may not be able to see the flowers, but they can still sense their beauty.

The park isn’t just for adults, though. There are other things that children can do. There is a playground and a large field to run around on. The scenery is gorgeous with trees and bushes to add to it. This park is a lot of fun!