North Alabama - Wild and Diverse
North Alabama is comprised of fertile farm land plains to the west turning into the Appalachian foot hills and broken terrain in the east. The area is a wilderness oasis for hunters, fishermen, bird watchers, hikers, and others. Consequently if you are looking for an area of fresh water lakes that simply invite recreation of all kinds, then North Alabama fits the bill.
Huntsville is the main business center of the region with extensive employment opportunities. The city is known for its scientific community, with more engineers and PhDs per capita than anywhere else in the U.S. The cities historic district is the oldest in the state and Huntsville Al Homes for Sale in the district are popular.
Fort Payne is near Mentone, a popular mountain resort area known for summer childrens camps and rustic hotels, restaurants and cabins. Within minutes of the city are 4 parks that provide one with the chance to hike, bike, kayak, camp, fish, or simply be and savor the sounds of the waterfalls and the smells of the wildflowers. Newer Ft Pyane Al Homes are designed in the tradition and embellished with modernity making for a melding of present and past.
Florence Alabama in the northwest corner of the region is the birthplace of W.C. Handy, the Father of the Blues, as well as of pioneering record producer Sam Phillips, who discovered Elvis Presley. The city is home to several museums, historical sites, and numerous parks to serve the cultural and recreational needs of citizens and tourists. A variety of festivals also occur throughout the year. Florence vacation Homes for sale around the large lakes of the area are the most popular real estate attraction.
