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My favorite things in my home state
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items I've lived in Alabama most of my life. There are so many great things about my home state. We usually get a bad rap, but we have some amazing things in our state. Here are some of my favorites! Come visit Alabama and see for yourself!
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College Towns
Mountains
Alabama has a beach?!
Entertainment
College Towns
Football is big here in Alabama. We have you covered for College Football Saturdays!
It's called the “Loveliest Village on the Plains” for a reason! Auburn is my favorite town in our state. The atmosphere is second to none and win or lose on Saturdays in the fall, it's still the best place! War Eagle!
Auburn University
That other town on the west side of the state ;) has a great atmosphere as well. Game day is hard to beat in Tuscaloosa. I may be a huge Auburn fan, but T-town does have some great spots, too!
University of Alabama
An historic HBCU is located right in the capital! Alabama State University is a pillar of Montgomery. With one of the best bands anywhere, it's a must-see during football season!
Alabama State University
Another amazing HBCU in Alabama, Tuskegee University! This private university has some amazing programs.
Tuskegee University
Going to college in a costal town, why not? USA is a great option with an amazing medical school. It's a great option.
University of South Alabama
AUM, my alma mater! I had some of the best experiences at AUM and made some lifelong friends! It's known for business, education, and nursing.
Auburn University at Montgomery
Troy University is my other alma mater. Troy is also known for their business school and their nursing program. Sound of the South Band is a can't miss as well! Join them on Saturday for a great football experience!
Troy University
Downtown Birmingham has the best medical school in the state! University of Alabama at Birmingham or UAB is known for it's amazing medical school and is located in the heart of the city.
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Mountains
Alabama has many different types of topography. We have some amazing spots in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains.
With some of the best hiking and beautiful views, Cheaha State Park. It's a great romantic spot and they even hold small elopement ceremonies here.
Cheaha State Park
Lookout Mountain is a special place! It's actually situated in Alabama, Georgia, and Tennessee! You can also see 7 states!! It's a can't miss!
Visit Lookout Mountain Alabama | DeKalb County, AL
Do you love waterfalls? Noccalula Falls Park is a beautiful spot in Gadsden. Hiking galore and picturesque scenery, you will want to get a season pass!
Noccalula Falls
Alabama has a beach?!
Some of the best beaches on the Gulf Coast! Trying to get away from the crowds in Florida? Come visit Alabama's beaches!
Orange Beach, Alabama has grown in popularity. The beaches are beautiful, the food is great, and there are some great spots to stay in town. It's one of my favorite spots and my happy place for relaxation and beautiful scenery.
Orange Beach
Gulf Shores is Orange Beach's neighbor. The same great beaches and some great food as well. Lulu's and The Hangout are must stops!
Gulf Shores
Entertainment
Golf is a year-round sport in Alabama due to our amazing weather! We have some of the prettiest courses on the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail.
RTJ Golf Trail at Grand National
Alabama Shakespear Festival is a great place to catch a play. If you love the theater this is the place to be. They have shows all season with special events over the holidays. Catch a show if you are in the Capital City!
Alabama Shakespeare Festival
Love outer space? Don't skip on the US Space and Rocket Center in Huntsville! Kids can come for Space Camp and see what it takes to be an astronaut! A fun experience in North Alabama!
Home | U.S. Space & Rocket Center
Blinded me with Science?! The McWane Science Center is fun for the whole family! Science projects and fun galore.
Welcome to McWane Science Center | Birmingham, AL