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Mountains Of Alabama
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Mountains of Alabama are mostly situated in the northern part of the state. These mountains of Alabama are an important part of the geography of Alabama The mountainous region of Alabama is so beautiful and breathtaking that you will remember this place for all your life. The lakes and mountains which can be found side by side are also major tourist attractions as well. Large number of tourists visit this place all the year round. Other than this there are various festivals which are held on these mountains which also attracts a number of visitors.
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Some of the important mountains of Alabama are dealt in brief below:
Red Mountain: The Red Mountain is one of the important mountains in Alabama. This mountain divides two important valleys of Alabama namely the Jones Valley and the Shades valley. This mountain is also a major part of the Ridge and Valley Province of Appalachian Mountains. The importance of the Red Mountains lies in the fact that all the radio and television stations of Birmingham have their bases near the mountain. Here you can also find the Red Mountain Park.
Cheaha Mountain: This mountain is popularly known as Mount Cheaha. This is also the highest mountain in the State Of Alabama. This mountain is actually a part of the Talladega Mountain Range. Various public and commercial transmitters are based here. The Cheaha State Park is an important tourist attraction here and tourists can find restaurants and lodges here.
Monte Sano: The name Monte Sano means “Mountain Of Health”. This mountain is a horseshoe-shaped mountain and is located in the Madison county. It has a height of 300 meters and has a state park which is known as the Monte Sano State Park.
Gunters Mountain: Gunters Mountain is actually located in the Marshall and Jackson County. This mountain is an important part of the Cumberland plateau and also separates the plateau from the Tennessee River.
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