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Daviston
Daviston is the home of the
Horseshoe
Bend National Military Park. In
March 1814, General
Jackson's army traveled from Fort Williams on the Coosa, to where he had his
soldiers set up a camp six miles north of Horseshoe Bend. After this hard
52-mile trail the soldiers cut through the forest in three days, they made ready
for battle the next morning. For additional information, click on
Alabama National Parks, Monuments and Historical Sites.
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Calera
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The Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum, the
official railroad museum of the state of Alabama it located in Calera, which is
located just south of Birmingham in. The museum features operating standard
gauge and narrow gauge trains, two restored depots, an indoor collection of
railroad artifacts and memorabilia, and an outdoor collection of railroad cars,
locomotives, and cabooses. Want to know more? Click on
www.heartofdixierrmuseum.org.
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Childersburg
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Childersburg, Alabama is nestled in a rural area midway between
Birmingham and Montgomery. Childersburg has
570 miles of shoreline on 2 lakes and many other streams and rivers nearby. The
Coosa River, which is the third largest stream east of the Mississippi River
adjoins the city limits. The Talladega National Forest is less than 15 miles
from the city, as well as other places available for hunting. Needless to say
this area is a sportsman's paradise for great boating, fishing, hunting, and
other recreational activities. Also nearby is DeSoto Caverns, a nationally known
tourist attraction, within a five minute drive. Historical Kymulga Grist Mill
and Covered Bridge, listed on the National Historical Register, is also within a
short drive.
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Clanton
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Clanton, a growing city with a rich history, is the seat of Chilton County
Alabama, the state's largest producer of peaches. Besides peaches, some of our
most remarkable natural resources are a beautiful landscape and a friendly
small-town atmosphere.
Located in the center of Alabama on Interstate 65, halfway between the cities
of Birmingham and Montgomery, Clanton is a location ripe for business and
industrial development. It is Clanton's proximity to the new automobile plants
in the state that has made our city the site of two automotive parts
manufacturers since 1999.
Our city's parks and recreation facilities are beautiful, convenient and offer
something for everyone year-round. Visitors to our city enjoy an abundant
selection of hotels, restaurants, and attractions, and because of our
proximity to the larger cities, day trips to an even larger selection of
entertainment sources are convenient. Visit their website at
www.clanton.al.us for additional information about the area.
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Collinsville
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Founded in the mid 1800's by Alfred Collins and
surrounded by the beautiful Appalachian Mountains of northeast Alabama,
Collinsville is a great place to call home. With a current population of 1644,
Collinsville has excellent schools and churches, a
wonderful old southern culture, property available for new business and
industry, and a Municipal Government that is committed to improving an already
great town. Your visit to Collinsville will almost certainly include a
drive down shady streets lined with great old homes, a taste of southern 'home
cooking' at one of the unique restaurants, and a friendliness seldom experienced
this day and time. Or, maybe a visit to one of the south's oldest and largest
flea markets will be the highlight of your stay - Collinsville Trade Day is held
every Saturday, rain or shine, and is located at the southern end of town on
U.S. Highway 11.
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Cullman is located in North Alabama, 45 miles south of Huntsville and 45 miles north of Birmingham. To visit Cullman, take I-65 Exits 291, 299, 304, 308 or 310. Here are a couple of places you may want to visit if you are in the area.
Ave Maria Grotto -
Named to the National Register of Historic
Places, the Ave Maria Grotto was
built by Brother Joseph Zoettle over a period of 40 years on the grounds of
Alabama's first and only Benedictine Abbey. The 3-acre site consists of more
than 125 miniature reproductions of famous churches, shrines and buildings.
Open April - September 7 AM - 7 PM, October
- March 7 AM - 5 PM. Admission.256-734-4110.
http://www.avemariagrotto.com
| Clarkson Covered
Bridge - One of Alabama's largest covered
truss bridges and the site of the 1863 Battle of Hog Mountain. Named to the
National Register of Historic Places, the bridge is the centerpiece of a
public park spanning a shallow creek surrounded by hiking trails and picnic
grounds. Open daily. 256-734-3369 http://www.co.cullman.al.us/Parks/Clarksonstuff/clarkson_webpage.htm |
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For information about the Cullman area, contact the Cullman Area Chamber of Commerce, 301 2nd Avenue S.W. / P.O. Box 1104, Cullman, Alabama 35056-1104. Phone: (256) 734-0454 Toll Free: 1-800-313-5114 Fax: (256) 737-7443. You can also visit their website at: http://www.cullmanchamber.org or email them at cullman@corrcomm.net. Additional ifnformaiton can be found at www.northalabama.org.
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The Daleville Chamber of Commerce strives to promote a progressive community. We hope that you will find the city a warm and friendly place to live. Daleville is a "family city" where residents share a community spirit that welcomes all newcomers. The old fashioned values upon which the city was founded, serves as a building block for the future and continued growth. Our chamber is here to serve you and to provide you with information that will make your move to Daleville a satisfying experience. Please contact the chamber and let us help you become a lifetime resident of Daleville. Check the website at www.dalevilleal.com/chamber_main.htm for additional information.
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Dauphin Island, Alabama is a barrier island located 33 miles from Mobile, Alabama, 130 miles to the east of New Orleans, Louisiana. The town is a family oriented community offering outdoor activities while maintaining the serenity desired by the permanent residents. Tourism activities include fishing, camping, swimming and bird watching among others.
For visitor information phone Toll free 1-877-532-8744 or Local (251)-861-5524 or visit http://dauphinisland.cc.
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Decatur's charming historic districts harkens back to an easier time. Embracing
over 116-acres, the site is one of the most intact Victorian-era neighborhoods
in Alabama dating from 1870 through 1910.
Decatur's place in history continues into modern times with such sites as Point
Mallard, home of America's first Wave Pool; Cook's Natural Science Museum; the
state's first Alabama Jubilee Hot Air Balloon Festival; and the Wheeler National
Wildlife Refuge.
Below are some of my favorite places and things to see and do in and around Decatur, Alabama.
THE CARNEGIE VISUAL ARTS CENTER
The Carnegie Visual Arts Center, a not-for-profit organization, is a
cultural, educational and community-service organization providing an
environment to promote learning, creation and appreciation of the visual arts,
preserve one of the area's significant historical buildings and serve as a
multi-purpose community resource for all the citizens of Decatur, Morgan County
and all of North Alabama.
THE CIVIL WAR WALKING TOUR
This is how Confederate General Hood described Decatur during the Civil War
as, "A tough nut to crack.".
Relive the four day struggle between advancing Confederates and garrisoned
Union troops that began on October 26, 1864. The Civil War Walking Tour
is a self-guided walking tour mostly through the Old Decatur and Albany
Historic Districts of Decatur describing the events that took place in
Decatur during the war.
COOK'S NATURAL SCIENCE MUSEUM
With more than 2,000 exhibits and artifacts, Cook's Natural Science
Museum is one of the South's finest museums of its type. Learn about the
rich wildlife common to the Tennessee Valley through interactive, talking, live
and hands-on exhibits. The greatest wonder may be that admission is FREE!
HISTORIC HARTSELLE
Historic Hartselle, named as one of the 100 Best Small Towns in
America invites you to stop and sit a spell in a relaxing getaway that
transports you through time to a simpler way of life. Historic downtown
Hartselle beckons enthusiastic antique shoppers and collectors from around
the world. Specialty stores offer collectibles, gift items, baskets, lamps,
frames, prints and knick-knacks.
JOE WHEELER NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE
Experience wildlife in its' natural habitat or from the comfort
of a large glass enclosed observatory at the Joe Wheeler National Wildlife
Refuge. The center features self-guided tours with displays and films and
hiking/biking trails of various distances. Wheeler encompasses 34,500 acres of
naturally preserved woodlands and features one of the South's largest
educational centers for waterfowl and wildlife study.
NORTH ALABAMA BIRDING TRAIL
For millions of years, the Tennessee River has cut its way through the
Cumberland Plateau carving the Tennessee Valley, one of the most diverse and
beautiful landscapes in the south. Numerous eastern woodland birds and waterfowl
occur in abundance, joined at times by uncommon visitors such as nesting
Scissor-tailed Flycatchers, vagrant gulls, sea ducks, grebes, loons, shorebirds,
and late fall vagrants from the gulf coast. The new North Alabama Birding Trail
features 50 sites across the region. The Central Loop of the three loop tour
includes eight sites in the Decatur area.
THE PAINTED LADIES
Enjoy 116 acres of the most intact Victorian-era neighborhoods in Alabama.
Listed in the National Register of Historical Places, Decatur offers two
distinct Historic Districts; Old Decatur and New Decatur-Albany. Learn
about both sites through a walking (or driving) tour of Historic Decatur. A
descriptive map is available to you free of charge at the Decatur/Morgan County
Convention & Visitors Bureau.
POINT MALLARD PARK
As the inventor
of the modern water park, Point Mallard continues to lead the way in innovative
family fun activities both in and out of the water. The "older" children can
play on the scenic 18-hole, par 72 championship golf course while getting back
to nature in the wooded campground. Waterpark open mid-May through early
September. Other facilities open year round.
www.pointmallardpark.com.
THE PRINCESS THEATRE
Once billed as the "largest playhouse between Birmingham and Nashville, the
Princess Theatre, has been a North Alabama landmark for more than a century.
Today, the Princess Theatre is once again an important part of North
Alabama showcasing such artists as Ray Charles, Loretta Swit, Cloris
Leachman and the Preservation Hall Jazz Band.
For additional information on the area, visit www.dcc.org or www.decaturcvb.org.
The Alabama Jubilee is held in Decatur at Point Mallard Park with the highlight of the festivities being the hot-air balloon races. Phone 1-800-524-6181.
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DeKalb County
This is one of my favorite areas on Alabama. DeKalb
County is full of many surprises, all waiting to be discovered. It is a place to
enjoy the sights and sounds of all four seasons. Springtime brings a
renewal to the mountainous terrain as first the Redbud and Dogwood announce
their arrival in a showy display of purple and white flowers. Then the hills
come to life with blooms of pink and bright fuschia Rhododendron. Mountain
Laurel and Wild Azalea blossoms adorn her side. Pink Lady Slippers and Jack in
the Pulpits gracefully raise their heads from the forest floor. Summer
brings children squealing with delight as they frolic and play at the many
summer camps in Mentone. Autumn is gloriously adorned in her beautiful
array of fall colors and afternoon scenic drives beckon you along the Lookout
Mountain Parkway, through
Desoto State
Park and
Little River Canyon
National Preserve. I love both the state park and the trails of
the canyon. Winter drifts in as downtown shoppers get ready for Christmas
and the novice and those eager to learn hone their skills at a mountaintop ski
resort. Beautiful scenery to enjoy as you visit DeKalb County. Check
it out and I'm sure you will like the area as much as I do. Jim.
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Demopolis
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Historic Demopolis is located at the
confluence of the Tombigbee-Black Warrior Rivers. The construction of the
Demopolis Lock and Dam created a 10,000 acre lake which is enjoyed by many for
boating, fishing and recreational opportunities.
Since its debut in 1972, Demopolis, Alabama's Christmas on the River has grown into one of the Southeast's leading attractions. People travel from coast to coast to see the floats that really float. Each year, events have been added until Christmas on the River has developed into a week long festival.
Go to www.demopolischamber.com for additional information on Demopolis.
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Dothan
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Dothan is strategically located in
the southeastern corner of the state of Alabama, some 20 minutes from the
northern boundary of Florida and 20 minutes from the western boundary of
Georgia. Dothan has a climate conducive to comfortable living with temperatures
ranging from an average of 64 degrees in the winter months to 93 degrees during
the summer. The warm temperature allows visitors to enjoy outdoor activities
year round.
Housing one of the largest helicopter collections in the world, the Army Aviation Museum focuses on the role of fixed and rotor wing flight in the US Army. The exhibits depict over 50 years of history of Army Aviation, and include a number of life size dioramas, films, and interpretive material. No wonder it ranks as Alabama's second most popular no-fee tourist attraction and fourth most popular tourist attraction overall!
Visit an early 1900's farmstead complete with farm
house, out buildings, and farm animals; stroll the boardwalk and nature trail,
see a planetarium show, have a picnic, tour Phase I of the Alabama Agricultural
Museum, or catch one of the park's many special events. In the Planetarium,
night skies are shown as they appear in season. Constellations are displayed
as they relate to mythology.
www.landmarkpark.com.
Troy Simms Pecan Company is your
one-stop-shop for purchasing and
sampling peanuts, pecans and lots of other nuts. Alabama souvenirs, gift tins
and other specialty items available. Highway
231 South in Dothan. Open Monday -
Saturday, 8 - 5 pm334-671-0246.
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Eufaula
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Eufaula, Alabama, settled
high upon a bluff overlooking the beautiful 45,000-acre Lake Eufaula, is located
in southeastern Alabama along the Alabama-Georgia border, approximately 90 miles
southeast of Montgomery, the state capital. What follows are some suggestions
for things to see and do in the area.
Seth Lore and Irwinton Historic District is the largest historic district in southeast Alabama and the second largest in the state. With over 700 historic and architecturally significant structures, the District includes Alabama's most coherent collection of intact mid-to-late 19th century small town commercial buildings, as well as the state's most extensive collection of domestic Italianate architecture.
Eufaula National
Wildlife Refuge
Federal Preserve for protection of waterfowl and wild game. Hiking trails,
observation towers, scenic driving tours. (334-687-4065) For more information
contact the Tourism Council (334-687-5283) or (800-524-7529).
Lake Eufaula
Known as the "Big Bass Capital of the World," Lake Eufaula is over 45,000 acres
with some 640 miles of shoreline. Lake Eufaula offers a myriad of recreational
opportunities to include boating, skiing, sailing and camping. There are
numerous public use areas including boat ramps and two public service marinas.
Lake Point State
Park
A
state operated park offering hotel accommodations, convention facilities, public
golf course, boat docks, marina facilities, boat rentals, boat ramps, trailer
parking, tennis courts, camp sites, picnic areas, hiking trails, and rental
cabins.
Go to www.eufaulaalabama.com for additional information.
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Evergreen
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Florence holds the Alabama Renaissance Faire with Renaissance-era crafts and arts, entertainment, music, and lots of food. Fair workers are all in period costumes. Phone 205/760-9648.
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One of my favorites in Alabama is the restaurant at Desoto State Park. I especially enjoy dining there and watching the sun set over the western horizon. This is also a favorite overnight of mine.
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Shores for travel guides, brochures, and money savers to help
you plan your visit.
Area Travel Packets was created to
help travelers get the most out of popular destinations and to help them
plan their vacations ahead of time.
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Huntsville
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Having once lived in Huntsville, I know quite a bit about the area. I
really enjoyed the time I lived there and go back often for visits. Click
on Huntsville for
information. And, click on
Space and Rocket Center for
information about this wonderful attraction. The kids will love it!
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Enjoy the Big Spring Jam in Huntsville with music that includes pop, rock, jazz, and country along with foods from local restaurants and shows for the children. Phone 1-800-772-2348.
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Bellingrath Gardens & Home is a wonderful place to visit. Be sure to go there when you are in the Mobile area.
In Mobile you can enjoy Historic Mobile Tours when buildings and house are open to the public. Phone 1-800-566-2453.
The Greater Gulf State Fair is held in Mobile with commercial, industrial, educational, and military
exhibits and entertainment and food. Phone 334/334-4573.
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Montevallo
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McKibbon House - The McKibbon House Bed and Breakfast
is located only about 30 miles from Birmingham in the quiet college town of
Montevallo. If you have business in Birmingham, and would really like to relax
after a day in the city, why not make the short drive to Montevallo and enjoy
the
romantic Victorian charm and true hospitality of the South at the MkKibbon House
Bed and Breakfast. Each of the bedrooms have a private bath, TV/VCR,
clock radio, telephone, and data port. Amenities include off-street parking,
complimentary dessert at night, snacks and drinks right outside the room,
turn-down service if desired, early morning coffee in upstairs common area one hour before breakfast, and a full breakfast. Your hosts, the Dews (Fred,
Peggy, Tina & Heidi) will do everything they can to make you feel right at
home. They are located about
30 miles south of Birmingham and 65 miles north of Montgomery. McKibbon House
Bed & Breakfast, 611 East Boundary Street, Montevallo, Alabama 35115. Phone:
665.1275. Web:
www.mckibbonhouse.com/index.html. Reservations and booking:
www.bbonline.com/al/mckibbon. E-mail:
dewlady@bellsouth.net
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Montgomery - Click Here for Accommodations Suggestions in Montgomery
Widely known as the birthplace of both the Civil War and the Civil Rights Movement, Montgomery has preserved much of its history through a variety of museums, memorials and Attractions. But Montgomery is also home to several Must See Attractions that stand on their own as popular destinations for tourists. Not only is Alabama’s Capital City steeped in tradition and history, but Montgomery is also home to many unique ways to explore the city, from shopping to dining to sports. There is something for everyone.
For more information, you can contact the Montgomery Chamber of Commerce at 41 Commerce Street, P.O. Box 79, Montgomery, Alabama 36101. Phone: (334) 834-5200; or the
Old Alabama Town is a collection of more than 40 restored structures that depict life in the 19th and early 20th centuries. 1.888.240.1850 or www.oldalabamatown.com.
The Blue-Grey Football Classic is held in Montgomery each holiday season. Phone 334/265-1266.
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Northern Alabama
Alabama Mountain Lakes Association
Good site for excellent information on the northern section of the state.
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Opelika - Click Here for Accommodations Suggestions in Opelika
Welcome to Opelika, a city of 25,000. Opelika’s entry signs proclaim, “Rich in Heritage with a Vision for the Future.” This is the motto we live by here in this East Alabama city, which is located between Montgomery, Alabama and Columbus, Georgia.”
Opelika was ceded from the Creek Indians in the Treaty of Cusseta, The Creeks are considered to be the source of the city’s name, “Opilu” meaning “Swamp” and “Laka” meaning “large. Despite its name, Opelika is no big swamp and actually sits at the highest level of elevation between Atlanta and New Orleans.
Historic Railroad Avenue sits peacefully along the rails which have moved well beyond the rancorous rail days. In quiet contrast, the restored fashionable homes of North Opelika stand today as a testament to more genteel days. Each year, the neighbors celebrate their heritage with the Victorian Front Porch Tour. The tour, a creation of local artist Jan Jones, features more than 40 homes, decked with life-sized Victorian figures, live costumed characters, singers, actors, and musicians. One weekend in December the roads are closed and thousands of visitors walk the streets in a scene right out of a Currier and Ives card.
When Opelika’s rail lines were destroyed in the Civil War as a part of Rousseaus’ Raid, the city struggled to rebuild. The newly restored Depot, home to Opelika Main Street and the Opelika Arts Association, was part of the reconstruction the 1920s, a time when Opelika found its new catalyst for growth as a textile mill town. The historic Pepperell Mill Village is still alive today and is protected as a historic area.
Opelika has a 1200 seat performing arts center, which features national caliber performances in the Opelika Arts Association Performing Arts Series. In addition, during the summer months, the Summer Swing concert series features diverse musical offerings with free concerts in the city’s Municipal Park.
Opelika’s Grand National Golf Course is the largest of Alabama’s heralded Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail and is consistently ranked in the top ten public courses in the nation. Grand National has hosted the NIKE Tour, now the Nationwide Tournament, the LPGA and the NCCA Men’s national championships. There are four public courses and two private clubs in the immediate area as well.
Opelika’s schools combine the state’s top technology with a strong emphasis on art education. There are over 2400 computers for the systems children and every third grader takes 6 weeks of violin. (Just as the rail conductors warned unwary passengers to duck while driving through town at the turn of the century, School Superintendent Phil Raley warns music aficionados to avoid those first few weeks of hearing nine year olds play violin.) Opelika’s After School Program provides an added benefit for the area’s working families.
Opelika offers plenty to see and do. Spring Villa Park is reportedly one of the nation’s oldest water parks. Plantation owner, William Penn Yonge, imported various species of fish to fill his spring-fed lake in the 1850’s and then had glass bottom boats so that visitors from Europe could see the specimens. Spring Villa is only one of five passive recreational parks operated by the Recreation Department. The parks and recreation program offers cradle to the grave activities, starting with Stroller Fitness for moms and babies and going to Senior Citizen field trips. Pottery, ceramics, tennis, swimming, softball, baseball, football, basketball, gymnastics, AFAA certified aerobics, children’s activities, Friday Night Drop-In programs for youth, herb gardening, scrap booking, and stained glass are just a few of the programs run at Parks and Rec. Participant fees are nominal. Special trips include mountain biking in north Georgia, spending the night at Zoo Atlanta and aboard the USS Alabama.
Sports enthusiasts will note that Opelika was named by ESPN Magazine as “Pigskin Heaven” in 1998, noting that there were 5 major NCAA Division I football schools within easy driving distance, the closest being Auburn University only ten minutes away. Auburn University, and local Southern Union State Community College offer special programs and reduced tuitions for lifelong learners. Such readily available sources of entertainment and educational opportunities led to Opelika being named by Kiplinger’s Personal Finance Magazine, as one of the top six places in which to retire.
If you prefer water sports, Lee County Lake is a great fishing hole, and Lake Saugahatchee is a favorite for canoeing. Speedsters can enjoy skiing at Lake Harding only 20 minutes away or at Lake Martin just 30 minutes away.
So, for those looking for a great weekend getaway or a great place to spend your golden years , you might want to consider “The Big Swamp” - Opelika, Alabama.
Please visit the City of Opelika's Web site at www.opelika.org for additional information or www.opelika.com. You can also contact the Opelika Chamber of Commerce, 601 Avenue A · PO Box 2366,Opelika, AL 36803-2366.
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Orange Beach
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For information on the Gulf Shores area, including Orange beach, visit
www.gulfshores.com.
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Talladega -- Click Here for Accommodations Suggestions for Talladega
There is a lot to do in and near Talladega. Here are a few of my favorites.
Cheaha State
Park
At 2,407 feet above sea level, Cheaha Mountain is the highest point in
Alabama. This 2,799-acre mountaintop retreat provides breathtaking
scenery year-round. If you visit around lunch time, or in the evening
just before sunset, be sure to have a meal in the restaurant which overlooks the
valley below. For additional information visit
www.alapark.com.
DeSoto Caverns
Park
Resting at the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, DeSoto Caverns
Park offers a unique destination for those seeking a fun and educational
experience. Take the family, pack a picnic lunch, and enjoy the day out.
Motor Sports
Hall of Fame
For anyone who is interested in motor sports and racing, a
stop here is a must!
One of the International Motor Sports Hall of Fame's highlight features
is the Motor Sports Museum. Spanning three buildings and the enclosed
courtyard, this collection of history making vehicles is priceless. For
additional information visit
www.motorsportshalloffame.com
Talladega
Superspeedway
Even if you never have the opportunity to watch a race
here, you should still stop by for a tour of the place and a ride around the
track. Talladega Superspeedway is the biggest, fastest, most competitive
motor sports facility in the world. Records for both speed and
competition have been established at Talladega. For additional
information visit
www.talladegasuperspeedway.com.
For additional information about this area, visit www.talladega.com or www.talladegachamber.com
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Vance
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Vance, located in Tuscaloosa County, Alabama U.S.A., is where the
Mercedes-Benz M-Class is assembled. The Town
of Vance is located in the heart of West Central Alabama. It's your typical
small southern town with with that one exception...it's home to the
Mercedes-Benz
M-Class Assembly Plant. There is a visitor center and plant tours are offered
when available.
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Wetumpka
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From things to do, to things to see, Wetumpka has something for
everyone. Located in Central Alabama, Wetumpka offers small-town living
with the convenience of big-city amenities only minutes away in Montgomery.
Annual events include Christmas on the Coosa, the Coosa River Whitewater
Festival, Frontier Days, Riverfest, Earth Day, Adventure Race, and the Coosa
River Challenge. Abundant in lore and legend, Wetumpka (an Indian term meaning
rumbling waters) is rich in aboriginal history. DeSoto’s expeditions traversed
the area nearly 500 years ago and found a palisade village built around A.D.
1000. In 1717 the French established Fort Toulouse as a military outpost and
trading center, which was the beginning of an important trade hub for the entire
area and continues to the present. Downtown Wetumpka is located on the banks of
the Coosa River where rocks and rapids halt all navigation northward. The Coosa
joins the Tallapoosa River just south of town to form the Alabama River
providing a navigable water route to the Gulf of Mexico. The city sits in the
scenic, southern foothills of the Appalachian Mountains with elevation ranging
from a low point of 150 feet above sea level on the west side of the Coosa River
to a high point of 540 feet on Bald Knob Mountain, the eroded remains of a
meteorite crater which blasted into the bedrock millions of years ago. The
moderate climate with warm summers, mild winters, and moderate rainfall affords
year round activities with minimum disruptions due to weather events. Go to
their website (http://wetumpka.al.us)
for more information
You can also contact the Wetumpka Area Chamber of Commerce,
P. O. Box 785,
110 East Bridge Street,
Wetumpka, AL 36092,
(334) 567-4811.
http://www.wetumpkachamber.com
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