alabama state capitol

alabama state capitol印象

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  V8274UDsuem

  Disappointed there was not more attention given to Christmas Decorations--Below Average-- Tree had what, maybe 10 ornaments......

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  globeseeker007

  We did a self-guided tour of this building. It is quite nice inside and has a gift shop with a large array of things to purchase. The grounds are well kept with several statues including Jefferson Davis. There is a huge monument to Confederate forces that was probably erected in the nineteenth century.

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  llh007

  This capitol sits on well manicured grounds and is surrounded by elegant white government buildings. It has a dignified architecture and unusual color schemes for a state capitol which makes it quite interesting. The rotunda is a work of art in itself. Well worth visiting.

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  SusieWicker

  We looked at some of Montgomery's top attractions, such as MLK's church, the Rosa Parks memorial, and the Civil Rights Memorial. Then we strolled over a few blocks over to see the state capitol building. We were flabbergasted to see a bigger-than-life marble statue of Lorleen Wallace, dead center in the entrance lobby. Clearly Montgomery thinks this symbol of their worst history is their finest legacy.

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  SandyM7772014

  Interesting to walk around the grounds and read about the history of the monuments and get a close up view of the architecture.

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  284danaa

  Not an all day stop since many rooms are closed off but we ended up spending an hour here (along with Jefferson Davis house across the street.) We have a five year old who didn't really care to do much but walk up and down the stairs but still liked walking around seeing the birthplace of The Confederacy. Perhaps after reading other reviews a guided tour would have been more entertaining.

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  harv2u

  The information sheet provided for the self guided tour was excellent. The capitol is well preserved. Be sure and visit the gift shop.

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  mikej153

  saw the spot where jeffferson davis was sworn in. be sure to see the view of the rotunda on the 2nd floor. it's free, take a quick run through.

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  onemissannie

  My husband and I took the guided tour of the Alabama State Capitol and I highly recommend it. Our tour guide was a wealth of information and stories. The interior of the building has a beautiful rotunda...best picture taking is by laying down on the floor directly below and centered on the rotunda. How do I know that? That's what our guide told us to do...he was right! The twin spiral staircases are also quite impressive. There is a lot of history in this building....not to be missed.

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  jons975

  this is quite the impressive facility. again - great deal of history has taken place here. you can actually see the spot where jefferson davis took the oath of office for the c.s.a. (not always good history, but worth remembering). entire area around the capitol is govt. buildings including the former confederate white house. should be on your historical tour if in montgomery