Alabama has become a top state for retirement communities because of its warm climate and welcoming community. Our Alabama Retirement Community directory provides a comprehensive and user friendly resource for finding retirement communities in Alabama including elder care, senior care, and senior communities. After you have identified the right retirement community in Alabama (AL) use the "contact us" button to get FREE information directly from the retirement communities you have chosen. If you are considering retiring in the south, consider Alabama. It has weather similar to Florida's but without the tourist crowds, and it is not quite as prone to hurricanes. It is a subtropical climate with mild winters and wonderful autumns (summers are hot and muggy). Alabama features low taxes and a beautiful mild climate, northern Alabama is an excellent choice for your retirement living destination. Our comprehensive directory of Alabama retirement communities will help you find and contact retirement communities in Alabama (AL) that best suit you or your loved ones needs. Alabama is a state located in the southeastern region of the United States of America. Alabama is also known as the "Heart of Dixie". The climate of Alabama is described as temperate with an average annual temperature of 64 °F. Temperatures tend to be warmer in the southern part of the state with its close proximity to the Gulf of Mexico, while the northern parts of the state, especially in the Appalachian Mountains in the northeast, tend to be slightly cooler. Alabama has very hot summers and mild winters with copious precipitation throughout the year. Alabama is also prone to tropical storms and even hurricanes. Areas of the state far away from the Gulf are not immune to the effects of the storms, which often dump tremendous amounts of rain as they move inland and weaken. Though winters in the state are usually mild, nightly freezing occurs frequently in the North Alabama region. Recreational opportunities abound throughout Alabama, from the sugar–white sands of the Gulf Coast beaches to the majestic mountains of North Alabama. You'll find some of the best biking trails in the South and ample sites for camping, hiking, rock climbing and watching wildlife. The state maintains many parks and several large public lakes. Waterskiing, boating, and stock-car racing rank among the most popular recreational activities among Alabamians. The Talladega Superspeedway attracts hundreds of thousands of auto-racing enthusiasts each year. Birmingham has a Humid subtropical climate, characterized by hot summers, mild winters, and abundant rainfall. Birmingham is home to the state's major ballet, opera, and symphony orchestra companies such the Alabama Ballet, Alabama Symphony Orchestra, Birmingham Ballet, Birmingham Concert Chorale, and Opera Birmingham. Birmingham Zoo, where you can see more than 700 wild animals. Visit the Alligator Swamp. Vulcan Park and Museum, Home to the world's largest cast iron statue (56'high) and features spectacular panoramic views of Birmingham. Vulcan Park and Museum tells the story of Birmingham's past, present and promise for the future. Montgomery is home to an appealing variety of historic buildings, museums, and interesting sightseeing opportunities.A place to go is Hank Williams Museum, features Hank's 1952 Cadillac, photos, guitars, records and 6 new showcases. Visit the gift shop. Alabama Department of Archives and History
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