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People first flocked to the "Pittsburgh of the South" for its industry and reputation as a Civil Rights movement hotspot. Today, tourists can experience all a Birmingham vacation package has to offer: museums, cultural centers, fishing, and festivals.
The Birmingham Civil Rights Institute documents struggles for racial equality, the Southern Museum of Flight showcases aerial pursuits, and Sloss Furnace is a National Historic Landmark. Visit the antebellum Arlington Home and the Peanut Depot where you can get 'em by the truckload.
The Bass Capital of the World, Birmingham offers numerous lakes and major tournaments for anglers to catch the "big one." It's also a racing fan destination with major NASCAR events at nearby Talladega Superspeedway, and SuperBike, GrandAM, and amateur races at Barber Motorsports Park.
It's not all octane and outdoors though, with cultural offerings of drama, symphonies, ballet, art, and the Alabama Jazz Hall of Fame. Check out the fast-rising Sidewalk Moving Picture Festival for independent films, Taste of 4th Avenue Jazz, Vulcan Birthday Bash in Vulcan Park (home to the world's largest cast iron statue), Southern Heritage Festival, and pet-friendly Do-Dah Day.
Blue skies, historical significance, and relaxing or fast-paced entertainment make Birmingham vacations industrious and adventurous.
Published by Frommer's © 2012, Whatsonwhen Ltd
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