5 free things for visitors in Birmingham, Alabama Re-energized by a wave of fresh development and the emergence of a true downtown vibe, the city once called the "Pittsburgh of the South" for its steel industry is now varied enough for a family trip or a weekend getaway for couple. Visitors interested in civil rights history can pay tribute to the era on a pilgrimage to sites where headlines were made. Walk along streets where police and ...
May 2, 2014 - seattlepi.com