12 Quirky Facts About Alabama That Sound Made Up, But Are 100% Accurate
Alabama is known for so many different things. Even though many people are familiar with most of these things, there are still a few people who aren’t. Listed below are 12 quirky facts about Alabama that you might not be familiar with. In fact, some of them might even surprise you.
1. Alabama has lots and lots of snails! In fact, 43% of all the types of snails in the United States can be found right here in Alabama.
8. Alabama is home to Vulcan (Birmingham), the world's largest cast-iron statue. This massive statue is 56 feet tall and weighs more than 100,000 pounds.
9. Alabama is also home to the "World's Largest office Chair," which can be found at Miller's Office Furniture in Anniston. It's 33 feet tall and is made from 10 tons of steel.
11. The only confirmed person in history to have been struck by a meteorite and survive was Ann Hodges. This happened in Oak Grove, Alabama on November 30, 1954. The meteorite is currently on display at the Alabama Museum of Natural History in Tuscaloosa.
12. Alabama has its very own Stonehenge. In Elberta stands an exact replica of England's Stonehenge - Bamahenge. Bamahenge is a definite must-see for all ages!
Jennifer is the Alabama staff writer for Only In Your State and has nearly 15 years of professional writing experience. She enjoys discovering new places and currently calls North Alabama home.
