I had some misconceptions about the sights of Texas, gained mostly from TV and the movies. I'm so glad I chose to do this article because I now know there is far, far more to the second largest US state than I ever imagined. So pull on your cowgirl boots and hitch a ride through some of the great sights of Texas.
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I always had a vision that Texas was a hugely dry state dotted with big cities. I've learnt that there are some stunning natural sights of Texas.
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Wade right up to giant footprints made by duck-billed dinosaurs, three-toed meat-eaters and brontosaurus types.
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There are lots of natural swimming holes in Texas. Jacob's Well is a karstic spring in Hill Country flowing from the bed of Cypress Creek.
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This canyon straddles the Texas/Mexico border.
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There are also zoos in Fort Worth, Houston and San Antonio which also has an aquarium.
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During prohibition in the 1920s, Longhorn Cavern was used by Burnet County residents as a speakeasy.
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The Stockyards consist of mainly entertainment and shopping venues that capitalize on the "Cowtown" image of Fort Worth.
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A lush oasis, hidden in Texas Hill Country
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Some gorgeous beaches are among the top attractions of Texas.
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The site of one of the most famous battles on US soil.
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The Texas Hill Country is a twenty-five county region of Central and South Texas.
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The River Walk is a network of walkways, one storey beneath the streets of Downtown San Antonio.
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A restaurant that is home to 50,000 gallon aquarium! Wow!
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The impressive stadium was opened in 2009.
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The oldest dancehall in Texas.
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A stunning oak avenue.
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Sadly, the blood lake is not one of the permanent sites of Texas. The lake suddenly turned red after a drought and a proliferation of bacteria. The lake is actually OC Fisher Reservoir in San Angelo State Park in West Texas.
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It's essential to eat barbecue in Texas.
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The monument on the Houston Ship Channel marks where Sam Houston defeated Mexico in 1836
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A great place to do some rugged hiking.
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My idea of a great road trip.
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The World's Largest Pair of Cowboy Boots - 40 feet tall and 35 feet wide.
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This quaint open-air chapel is the focal point of Gruene Estate, which also features a rustic reception pavilion and historic accommodations.
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The story of the crucifixion of Jesus is spelled out step by step in graphic sculpture
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A beautiful Hill Country town with great German food, quaint shops, and wonderful vineyards. It's so German they even have an Oktoberfest.
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The symbol of the Texas State Fair.
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One of the darkest sky areas in the United States.
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The island is a popular destination for Spring Break.
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The river cuts through an exposed coral reef dating from the Late Cretaceous period
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The second largest canyon in the US after the Grand Canyon.
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The Majestic Theatre is San Antonio's oldest and largest atmospheric theatre. It was once the second largest movie theater in the US.
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This is one of the most redolent sights of Texas.
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Take a break from dry heat of Texas in the humid heat of the rainforest.
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The Trail of Lights winds through 1.25 miles of the park which is the crown jewel of Austin’s public green spaces.
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The historic aircraft carrier is now a museum.
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Although only opened in 2012, it has already become one of the iconic sights of Dallas.
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Magnificent construction. The site was used in the sci-fi movie Logan's Run.
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The 'Glory Window' is one of the largest horizontally mounted stained glass pieces in the world.
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Waterfront fun and entertainment like no other Gulf Coast destination
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Houston we have a problem! You have too many attractions to choose from!
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One of the sights of Texas we always think of.
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A variety of lupin, bluebonnet is the state flower of Texas.
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The shot that was heard around the world was fired from here on November 22, 1963. The site of the assassination of President John F. Kennedy.
There's a fantastic variety of sights of Texas - not surprising given that the state is bigger even that France! I hope I captured a good flavor of the attractions here. What did I miss?