Alabama at a Glance Capital: Montgomery Nickname: Yellowhammer State Bird: Yellowhammer Tree: Longleaf Pine Largest City: Birmingham Neighboring States:Mississippi, Tennessee, Georgia, Florida
Recreational opportunities abound throughout Alabama, from the sugar-white sands of the Gulf Coast beaches to the majestic mountains of Northern Alabama. You'll find some of the best biking trails in the South and ample sites for camping, hiking, rock climbing and watching wildlife. Experience live musical performances of almost every genre, attend a local theatrical production or take in a touring Broadway show. Other cultural expressions include museum collections, ballet, amusement parks, zoos, aquariums and much more. You can find it all in Alabama.
