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Hot Spots Texas is the second largest state of the United States with a rich landscape comprising of deserts, beaches, mountains and plains. Its Forests provide a good terrain for expeditions and Hikers from all over the world join the adventure. Whether it is Horse riding and bicycling in the country side or the beaches and the dunes of the islands, Texas is the right place for adventure, fun and frolic.
Houston
Houston, the fourth largest city of the country and the greatest metropolitan of the south is the heart of the United States Space program and also the first word to be spoken on the moon. Texas is famous for its oilfields and the city’s huge economy which involves banking and financial services as well. Houston has a vast skyline which speaks for itself and the development that has been done since 1836. Houston is also rich in culture and the famous Texas Rodeo. With numerous colleges and the Houston University, Texas is also known for its education and learning.
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Space Center Houston: The Center for NASA’s manned space flights. The Space Center at Houston is also known as the Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center and houses a museum featuring space capsules, samples and debris of moon rocks and models of the planets and the galaxies of the universe. One can also wear space suits and helmets and sit in a spacecraft simulator. Information regarding various space programs by NASA and many other facts and trivia regarding aviation and aeronautical sciences can be gathered.
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Astrodomain: The Astrodomain is an extensively huge complex for leisure and recreational activities. It also houses the world’s first roofed stadium. The Astrodomain is widely popular for its theme parks, amusement parks, swimming and water activities.
Austin
The Capital of Texas and the Education hub of the South, Austin is indeed an American dream. Located on the Colorado River, Austin is the home of the great Texas University and numerous museums and libraries. Austin has wide spread gardens of both botanical and wildflower interests.
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Zilker Park: A large wide spread area including green lashes, flowers, fountains and artificial ponds, The Zilker Park is peace in the fast running pace of City Life.
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Lyndon B. Johnson Library and Museum: The museum houses thousands of documents with historical significance.
San Antonio
Lying on the banks of the San Antonio River, San Antonio is the heart of the major agricultural area of the region and several industries including the aviation and oil industries. The City of San Antonio has a number of different cultures mixed together and therefore the area is multilingual and distinct. Different festivals from these different cultures make it one of the most happening places of the state. San Antonio is equally rich in history and heritage including the famous battle of Alamo.
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The Alamo: The Alamo plaza is the most famous place in all of Texas. The Alamo Church was transformed into a fort on 1836 and in the same year during the war of independence, a small army of Texans fought against thousands of Mexicans and were ultimately defeated and killed. The Alamo became a symbol of the Texan war of independence and is currently a national monument visited by millions of people each year.
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Natural Bridge Caverns: The Natural Caverns are the largest caves in Texas thousands of natural formations in its various chambers. The King’s Throne in the Castle of White Giants is the major center of attraction.
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Paseo Del Rio: The Paseo del Rio or the river walk is a leisurely walk along the Rio with numerous of restaurants, shops and hotels. A cruise through the river is easily available and gives immense relaxation along the mild scenic ways.
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San Antonio Missions National Historical Park: A cluster of different Spanish mission stations form the San Antonio Missions National Historical Park featuring nostalgic old buildings and churches. With Indian huts and corn stores and beautiful church doorways, it is indeed a peaceful place to be.
El Paso
On the banks of the river Rio Grande and with a beautiful sight of the Franklin Mountains, The city of El Paso forms a frontier with Mexico and is a place for the finest of art and culture of American History. The City houses great museums and memorials of cultural significance.
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Border Patrol Museum: A collection of remains of the Border Patrol history including a helicopter, an airplane and a speed boat can be found here. The Museum comprises of several other elements related to the Border Patrol.
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Guadalupe Mountains National Park: A landscape surrounding the Guadalupe Peak, the highest point of Texas with wildlife. A must visit for the tourists.
Dallas
The Second largest city after Houston, located on the Trinity River, Dallas is a unique mixture of a metropolitan with small patches of the village. Dallas is known for its modern architecture and houses some of the greatest commercial centers and industries of the country including the Renaissance Tower, The Bank of America plaza and the fountain place. Museums of art and sculptures and parks for outdoor activities like swimming, golf, tennis and cycling make Dallas a complete tourist destination.
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Reunion Tower: Dallas greatest landmark and a platform to observe the whole city, The Reunion tower is truly a monument and a wonder.
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The Sixth floor Museum: Also known as the Kennedy Museum, it features the life, work and death of the Late President John F. Kennedy. The exhibit includes documentaries and artifacts. It is believed that the murderer of President Kennedy fired the fatal shots from the sixth floor of the building and so it was named the Sixth floor Museum dedicating it to the life and death of one of the greatest presidents in the history of the United States.
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Dallas World Aquarium and Zoological garden: Thousands of gallons of saltwater comprising of sharks, stingrays, jellyfish and rare seadragons are some of the exhibits from all around the world.
South Padre Island
A small resort away from the rushes into peace and serenity with beautiful beaches and dunes that house more than 300 species of beautiful birds.
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Padre Islands: Numerous beaches offering many water sports and other leisure related activities. A must visit for tourists seeking ultimate beach life.
Big Bend National Park
Located on Rio Grande River with a scenic beauty of its own, The Big Bend National Park is a ‘Nature’s call’ in Texas. It has a number of other places like the Museum, a theater and Fort Leaton.
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Museum of the Big Bend: The Museum of Big Bend houses information regarding the history of region shaped by many cultures including that of Native Americans, Spanish and the Mexicans.
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Theater of the Big Bend: An outdoor theater for musical concerts provides a soothing environment for relaxing and leisure.
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Fort Leaton: Huge walls and fortifications stand tall with exhibits featuring artistic elements from different cultures including the Indians and the Spanish.