Monday, March 31, 2008

Holiday at Alabama

Alabama is located in the southern region of united states. Alabama is also name as Yellowhammer State, which is also the name of the state bird and one other name of Alabama is "Heart of Dixie". Montogomery is the capital of Alabama and Birmingham is the largest city. Alabama is famous for its "Longleaf pine" which is also the state tree. Tourism industry is one of the largest industry in Alabama and more than 22 million people visited Alabama each year. It's beautiful Gulf Coast beaches and many historical places attracts most of the tourists. Northern Part of Alabama is connects to the Appalachian Mountains to the beautiful beaches along the Gulf of Mexico. People who love outdoor sports, it is a great place to visit. Alabama national parks famous for outdoor activities like hiking, camping etc. Here, you can also enjoy Gulf shores and orange beaches. Its sandy beaches and delicious seafood served in restaurants, attracts many tourists.There are many lakes in the Alabama where you can enjoy boating.

Alabama has very rich history. So it is famous for many historical museum. You can visit the Birmingham Civil Rights Museum or the 16th Street Baptist Church in Birmingham and the Rosa Parks Museum in Montgomery. The Birmingham Museum of Arts attracts various arts lover and every year the Birmingham Art Walk takes place.The whole downtown celebrates art shows, galleries, and performances where local artists showcase their masterpieces in the evening. There are many historical districts in the major cities like Birmingham, Montgomery, and their neighboring towns (Tuscaloosa, Huntsville, Florence) which display beautiful mansions and interesting landscapes.

The other Major famous events in Alabama are Alabama Jubilee Hot Air Balloon Classic, Alabama Sports Festival, Bayfest, Mobile's Music Festival, Big Spring Jam, City Stages Music Festival, GMAC Bowl, Jubilee City Fest, Mardi Gras, National Peanut Festival, Papajohns Bowl, Regions Charity Classic, Senior Bowl, Sidewalk Moving Picture Festival, Spirit of America Festival. Last but not least, if you come to Alabama then you must eat the southern food of Alabama. Here you can enjoy good beer, good friends, and music.

Wednesday, March 26, 2008

Vacation at Rhode Island

Rhode Island, is a state in the New England region of the United States of America. It also has a nick name called Ocean State as one tenth of Rhode Island area is covered by salt water and every part of this island is near from the Water's edge.

Rhode island is very beautiful island but in winter it become a paradise for local people and tourists.In winter its sparkle with festive lights and fresh fallen snow. In the Winter season this island also enjoys parties through out the state, glamorous ball, and many other activities. Rhode Island is truly a winter wonderland. Rhode island have everything like museums, theaters and sports like skiing and ice skating. Rhode Island has a diverse Environment and its people are dedicated to preserving the natural heritage. This island has many beautiful beaches and public gardens. Rhode Island also helps you to discover its natural beauty which it contains.

There are many ways by which you can explore Rhode Island 's rich cultural and architectural heritage. It's beautifull scenery and food attracts many tourists towards its. At this island you see some great places and work of art or antique to remind you that you visit such a beautiful island. It is a sparkling geographic center. Sailing, boating, fishing, cruising, swimming and seal watching are a few of the activities which enjoyed by visitors each year. Historic villages along with the beautiful coast offer waterfront dining, shopping, adventure sport outfitters and more.

The state capital building of Rhode Island is made of white Georgian marble and it is the world's fourth largest self-supported marble dome. Post Office of the Providence is the first fully automated post office of the country. Newport is famous sea site city of Rhode Island. Newport is also famous for Marble HouseS, mansions, including The Breakers and Belcourt Castle. The Newport Casino is a National Historic Landmark building complex that presently houses the International Tennis Hall of Fame and features an active grass-court tennis club. Rhode Island also has famous roadside attraction Nibbles Woodaway, the Big Blue Bug, the world's largest termite.