Birmingham - Alabama - United States. Guide & Hotel Reservations from Cheap Hotels

Positioned in the heart of the southeastern United States and nestled at the foot of the Appalachian Mountains, Birmingham, Alabama is the largest city in the state with a population of nearly 243,000 residents.

There is quite a variety of attractions in Birmingham, with such establishments as the Arlington Antebellum Home & Gardens, which provides an outstanding example of mid-19th century Greek Revival architecture and additionally offers dining accompanied by a complimentary tour during the summer months. Also, there is the Birmingham Museum of Art, which is one of the finest regional museums in the country, the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute, which aims to encourage and defend human rights worldwide, the Alabama Jazz and Sports Halls of Fame, and a host of theaters, parks and other monuments.

There is certainly no shortage of places to dine in Birmingham, as, with the inclusion of establishments in hotels and motels, the city has in excess of 500 restaurants. There is also a wealth of places to go shopping in the city. Several of the major malls include the Riverchase Galleria, which is home to the world's longest skylight and dozens of stores, The Summit, one of America's newest shopping malls, and Western Hills Mall.

The city also boasts a large quantity of antique stores, as the popularity of antique shopping is on the rise in the area, and additionally there are unusual stores offering obscure products, weird gadgets and amusing souvenirs. In addition to enjoying the shopping experience in the larger malls and the like, you'll find that the downtown area has a superior assortment of old and new stores