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Alabama
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Known for the influence of its religious traditions (right in the heart of the "Bible Belt"), its conservatism, and the racial segregation that officially persisted until the 1960s, Alabama embodies the "Deep South." Though its few miles of beaches along the Gulf of Mexico (Gulf Shores & Orange Beach) enjoy some popularity and the Sipsey Wilderness is locally appreciated for hiking and canoeing, the state is not among the most tourist-friendly.
Overview
Known for the influence of its religious traditions (right in the heart of the "Bible Belt"), its conservatism, and the racial segregation that officially persisted until the 1960s, Alabama embodies the "Deep South." Though its few miles of beaches along the Gulf of Mexico (Gulf Shores & Orange Beach) enjoy some popularity and the Sipsey Wilderness is locally appreciated for hiking and canoeing, the state is not among the most tourist-friendly.
Key Facts
- Type of place: state.
- Location: on the Gulf of Mexico, west of Florida.
- Code: AL
- Entry into the Union: 1819 (23rd).
- Local time: .
- Capital: Montgomery
- Main cities: Birmingham, Huntsville, Mobile...
- Population: 4,859,000 inhabitants (2015).
- Area: 135,765 km².
- Density: 36 inhabitants/km².
- Highest point: Mount Cheaha (735 m).
- Lowest point: sea level.
- Coastline:
- Highlights (out of ): Nature-adventure ; Culture ; Relaxation-holidays .
- Website: http://alabama.travel
Main Cities
Tourist Attractions
Cities and Their Heritage
Beaches and Coastline
Alabama has only a few miles of coastline along the Gulf of Mexico. Besides the major port of Mobile, this small stretch of shore is home to Gulf Shores & Orange Beach, two adjacent beach resorts known for their stunning beaches.