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The Great Places to Visit in Alabama

Author: Allan McNish
by Allan McNish
Posted: Jan 30, 2016

If you are looking for an enjoyable vacation with whole your family or with someone special to you, then Alabama is a great tourist destination. It is a great place that offers outstanding attractions right from mountains in the north to some beaches to it Gulf Coast. The whole state offers a range of world-class golf courses, exotic natural wildlife, and pristine sandy beaches. There are also a number of things that you can do in Alabama.

The state of Alabama is also quite often known as the Yellowhammer State due to the state bird. The meaning of the word Alabama is a Tribal Town in the language of the Alabamian tribe. This is one of the oldest states of United States exhibiting a rich and varied historical background. Agriculture was a major occupation of the people up to the nineteenth century. But it developed rapidly as a commercial center with scientific centers, mining, and education as its major industries soon after World War II. In 1960, after the Civil Right Movement creating a great political change, the African-American people got the right to vote.

The state of Alabama is fully loaded with a range of attractions and outstanding sightseeing that certainly make your trip an unforgettable one. Visiting any of the Alabama beaches is a great way of getting away from the hustle and bustle of the busy urban life. The beaches of Alabama have become the hottest tourist spots for many families and couples requiring much-needed rest and break from their busy life.

Gulf Coast beaches are the most sought after and must visit beaches of Alabama as it exhibits white sand with sparkling as well as crystal clear water. One can also visit Orange Beach that is also famous for family vacations.

Gulf Shores is one of the great places to visit in Alabama as it offers a range of shops, specialty stores with hotels and restaurants. Gulf Shores offers you an opportunity to dive into deep-sea either for fishing or for swimming. The entire share area is full of attractions and guarantees that you will never lose interest during your visit to this outstanding place.

Orange Beach is located just a few miles drive away from Gulf Shores. This wonderful beach is located preferably in Baldwin County on the Gulf Coast. One can enjoy several exciting activities that include catch and release of the tropical fishes that are available in abundance at this place. This place is great for snorkeling and anyone having an interest in it would not afford to miss to enjoy the pleasure.

The Museum of East Alabama is another must visit attraction of the state. This place is great to visit as it is home to some of the most exciting artifacts that signify the life of the people of East Alabama and the Southeast. Few of the most popular Alabama attractions are the Sports Hall of Fame in Alabama, the Arlington Antebellum Home and Gardens, the Center of Dixie Railroad Museum and many more to add to the list.

About the Author

Allan has written several dozen articles on apartment rentals that were published outside the apartment industry. As well, Allan has written a number of topics about traveling, real estate and leasing.

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