Talladega is a city in Talladega County, Alabama, United States. It is located in the central part of the state, approximately 50 miles east of Birmingham. The city is known for its motorsports heritage, as the Talladega Superspeedway is located nearby and hosts NASCAR races. Talladega also has a rich history and is home to several historic sites and landmarks, including the Talladega College, the historic Ritz Theatre, and the Talladega National Forest. The city has a population of around 15,676 as of the 2020 census.