• Abbreviation - The abbreviation for the state is as follows:

  • Abbreviation - Ala.

• The Constitution -  Alabama was the 22nd State to be admitted to the Union

• The Nickname(s) - Yellowhammer State - The Heart of Dixie

• 3 Largest Cities in Alabama - Birmingham, Montgomery and Mobile

• State Motto - Audemus jura nostra defendere - motto translated as " We Dare Defend Our Rights "

• Name of the State Song is " Alabama " the words of the song are by Julia S. Tutwiler and music composed by Edna G. Gussen

• Origin of the name - Named after a tribe of the Creek Indian nation

Best Places to Visit in Alabama
Where are the best places to visit in Alabama? What are the most famous and fun tourist attractions in Alabama? Visit interesting historical sites and places in Alabama during your vacation. Have fun travelling through the state and enjoy the best places to visit in Alabama. The best ideas for outdoor activities, historical tourist attractions, parks and zoos - have fun in Alabama!

Best Places to Visit in Alabama - Tourist attractions

• Birmingham Zoo
  Dauphin Island Sea Lab Education Center
  Water World
  Alabama Princess Riverboat
  U.S. Space and Rocket Center

Best Places to Visit in Alabama - Historical Sites

• Alabama Constitution Village
  Arab Historical Society
  Brierfield Ironworks Historical State Park
  Fort Gaines Historic Site
  Tannehill Ironworks Historical State Park

Facts about the Names of the Symbols / Emblems of of Alabama
The following animal, bird, flower and tree are the symbols / Emblems of the State of Alabama:

• Alabama State Reptile Symbol - Red-Bellied Turtle (Pseudemys alabamensis)

• Alabama State Bird Symbol - Yellowhammer

• Alabama State Flower Symbol - Camellia ( Camellia japonica )

• Alabama State Insect Emblem - Monarch Butterfly

• Alabama State Tree - Southern Longleaf Pine (Pinus palustris Miller)