St. Simons Island is one of Georgia's renowned Golden Isles (along with Sea Island, Jekyll Island, and privately owned Little St. Simons Island). It is also the largest of the Golden Isles. After being cultivated by English colonists for rice and cotton plantations worked by large populations of African slaves, who created the unique Gullah culture, the island since the early 20th century has been developed as a resort community. It has many seasonal residents, as well as a steady base of year-round residents. Many of the residents have settled here after retiring in other parts of Georgia or the United States.
The King and Prince Hotel on St. Simons Island was built in 1941. It was listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places in 2005.
The King and Prince Hotel on St. Simons Island was built in 1941. It was listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places in 2005.
This is one of my favorite places – great small beach with very few people, wonderful shops and the best part of St. Simon Island – this is where is got my new puppy, Coco Chanel, a 5 month dachshund. More about her and pictures to come.
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