Dubbed as the Yellowhammer State after the state bird, Alabama is located in the south-eastern part of the United States of America. While Montgomery stands as the state capital, Mobile is the oldest city in Alabama, which as per records was founded in 1702 as the capital of French Louisiana by French colonists. With approximately …
Vestavia Hills is a suburb of my hometown Birmingham, which lies around 6 miles away to the north. Many visitors touring Alabama choose Vestavia Hills as a friendly place to stay, as it’s equidistant from the bustling cities of Birmingham and Hoover, Alabama. I live in Birmingham, and with Vestavia Hills being so close, I …
Alabaster is a charming city, located in Shelby County, 24 miles south of Birmingham, Alabama. It’s the perfect place to get back to nature, with a selection of mountain parks, creeks, birdwatching and wildlife trails. Alabaster is also close to the looped Alabama Wine Trail, where you can sample some of the region’s full-bodied reds …
Prattville, Alabama was founded in 1839 by Daniel Pratt, an industrialist and architect who came with big ideas for the area. He discovered the land, close to Autauga Creek would supply power to his manufacturing plants and set about building a cotton gin. Today, the well-preserved building can still be viewed alongside Autauga Creek Dam, …
The bustling city of Bessemer lies 15 miles southwest of Birmingham, Alabama, offering easy access to the city and its myriad attractions. Bessemer was founded in 1886 by iron and steel magnate Henry Fairfield DeBardeleben, and it quickly became a thriving economic community which earned it the nickname ‘The Marvel City’. Today, Bessemer attracts visitors …
Phenix City, Alabama lies directly across Chattahoochee River from the bustling city of Columbus, Georgia. It’s a city with rich history, and a notorious one too, as it was once known as ‘Sin City’ on account of its gambling and prostitution. The Phenix City you see today is very different. With exquisite architecture, riverside walks, …
Homewood is a suburb of Birmingham, Alabama, located 5 miles south of the city. Nestled at the foot of Red Mountain, the city has a rich history which began in the early 1800s. There are several buildings on the National Register of Historic Places to explore within the suburb, and scenic Vulcan Park which offers …
Enterprise, in the Wiregrass region of south eastern Alabama is a peaceful city with a wealth of history. It’s a family-friendly place with parks, lakes, dining and activities to suit all ages. However, Enterprise is perhaps most famous for its Boll Weevil Monument – the only monument in the world to be dedicated to an …
Located in east central Alabama, the city of Opelika is home to rich history and a wealth of activities. When settlers arrived, the city grew quickly as West Point Railroad Company built rail tracks leading from Montgomery to Opelika. The new route was used for raw cotton shipments, and the city rapidly became a regional …
Prichard lies 5 miles north west of the coastal city of Mobile, Alabama. The city began as a settlement in the mid-1800s and was known for its shipbuilding and paper trade. It has a rich history and culture which can be explored in its streets, parks and buildings, plus you are within 7 minutes’ drive …