The Magic City
Located in the rich green foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, Birmingham is a very special place to live, combining the advantages of city life without the disadvantages that accompany living in a large urban area.
Founded in 1871 as a steel-making center, Birmingham exploded onto the map almost overnight, quickly growing into the largest city in Alabama and earning the nickname "The Magic City." Today, Birmingham's economy has diversified - it is a center of health care, finance, research and development, and advanced technology. UAB is the city's largest employer.
Though Birmingham is moving quickly, it still enjoys an unhurried pace of life characteristic of Southern towns, making it a great place to visit or live. Visitors and residents alike can see some of what Birmingham has to offer at www.informationbirmingham.com. You can enjoy the lush green parks dotting the urban areas, plus the many museums, historic sites, and recreational facilities. Birmingham also boasts an active cultural community and excellent shopping as well as reasonably priced housing - some banks even offer 100 percent mortgages to residents. To top it off, the city enjoys a pleasant climate year-round. Birmingham is truly a "Magic City," providing employment, cultural, educational, and recreational opportunities for everyone.