Origin and History of BIRD

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Birmingham, England Birmingham is a city in the West Midlands region of England. It is the largest city in the metropolitan area of the United Kingdom, with a population of 1,101,300 in the 2011 census. The city is also the most populous city in the southern United Kingdom. Birmingham was founded in 1232 by the Prince of Wales, who named it after the town of Birmingham in the West Midlands of England. The city grew rapidly in the 19th century as an industrial centre, and became a major centre of the British motor industry. Birmingham's economy is now dominated by the service sector, especially tourism, transportation, and business services. Birmingham has the second-largest population of any city in the United Kingdom after London. There are significant Jewish, Muslim, and Hindu communities in Birmingham. The city has a diverse culture, and is home to the Birmingham Symphony Orchestra, the National Theatre, and the Birmingham Royal Ballet.