By Nicholas Katers
Texas Tourism Information
Texas is a popular destination throughout the year due to its warm weather and diverse tourist attractions. The Lone Star state features major cities, small towns and historical sites to satisfy the needs of any visitor.
The Alamo
The Alamo is open daily for visitors interested in learning about the famed battle of March 6, 1836. This landmark does not charge admission to view its exhibits and artifacts.
The State Fair of Texas
The State Fair of Texas in Dallas displays the state's food, music and pastimes each fall. The biggest attraction at the State Fair is the 52-foot Big Tex statue.
Padre Island National Seashore
Padre Island National Seashore is a 70-mile stretch of coastline preserved by the National Parks Service. The seashore attracts bird watchers and naturalists with its abundant native species.
Six Flags Over Texas
Six Flags Over Texas in Arlington is a 212-acre park with rides like Mr. Freeze, Dive Bomber Alley and Tony Hawk's Big Spin to keep thrill seekers happy.
South by Southwest
South by Southwest is a music festival held each March in Austin, Texas. The festival presents indie rock bands, alternative comedians and indie films over an entire week.
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About the Author:
Nicholas Katers has been a freelance writer since 2006. He teaches American history at Carroll University in Waukesha, Wis. His past works include articles for "CCN Magazine," "The History Teacher" and "The Internationalist" magazine. Katers holds a bachelor's degree and a master's degree in American history from University of Wisconsin-Green Bay and University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, respectively.
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Photo by Jim Hunton (Flickr)
