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Unusual Attractions in Birmingham

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Curzon Street Station

This historic abandoned train station looks like a stop for ghost trains.

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Aston Hall

This ornate English estates "Prodigy House" still bears the cannonball marks of civil war.

Birmingham, England

Newman Brothers Coffin Works

England's foremost purveyor of funeral furniture hasn't changed a bit since the 1960s.

Birmingham, England

Castle Bromwich Hall Gardens

These centuries old gardens have been restored to their 17th century condition.

Birmingham, England

Blakesley Hall

Some wattle-and-daub, a Moorish mural, a glacial erratic, and a Giant named Gilbert.

Birmingham, England

'Sentinel'

This eye-catching roundabout sculpture commemorates one of England's best World War II-era "shadow factories."

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Birmingham Walk of Stars

The star-studded street honors the city's most notable Brummies.

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Unique Food & Drink in Birmingham

Birmingham Balti

Once ubiquitous throughout the city, shops serving this unique Pakistani curry are disappearing.

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