"The Cotton State"

Alabama, the Cotton State is the heart of the Deep South. Its name comes from the Alabama tribe. The state has beautiful, scenic outdoors. Adventure lovers enjoy beaches, mountains, rivers, and lakes.

Foodies love the slow-cooked Southern dishes as well as fresh seafood from the Gulf of Mexico. Music lovers will find everything from blues to jazz to rock ‘n roll. Plan a visit and find out why it’s called “Sweet Home Alabama.”