Picture of the day - October 31, 2007

The Birmingham, Alabama skyline

Photo courtesy of Eric McFerrin. Today's picture features a beautiful nighttime view of Birmingham, Alabama, seen from atop a hill across from the Birmingham Airport. Photographer Eric McFerrin was on his way home after working late a few days ago when he saw this spectacular scene. The orange sunset and city skyline were just too gorgeous to pass up, so he scaled the hill and "shot" the "Picture of the Day"! Birmingham was founded in 1871, and since the city's economy was based primarily upon the iron and steel industry, it was given the name Birmingham in honor of Birmingham, England - the industrial center of Great Britain. Although Birmingham still has a large manufacturing base, her economy has diversified over the years into the service sector, and today this largest city in Alabama is one of the South's leading financial and banking centers. Like many other great American cities, Birmingham's skyline looks magnificent after the sun goes down, her high-rises and streetlights all aglow as the city goes about its business. The city sidewalks might be empty, but there is still plenty going on if you just know where to look.   Click here to comment on today's picture.   Visit the POTD Archives for previous "Pictures Of The Day"!     Submit a photo of your own!            Why I publish the "Picture of the Day"