By Andrew Sayles
Introduction
These 25 famous landmarks in Texas showcase the state's awe-inspiring natural wonders while also giving...
LANDMARK 1
Named after the 45th Governor of Texas, the Ann W. Richards Congress Avenue Bridge spans...
LANDMARK 2
Big Bend National Park doesn't rank as one of the largest in the United States...
LANDMARK 3
On the outskirts of Austin, Blue Hole Regional Park is a Texas landmark that visitors...
LANDMARK 4
This State Historic Park honors an ancient village and ceremonial center of the Hasinai Indians...
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Many things grow from the Texas soil, but perhaps the most surprising crop is found...
LANDMARK 6
This unique cave system near Sonora is one of the most famous sites in Texas...
LANDMARK 7
Did you know that there's more than one Colorado River in the US? While they...
LANDMARK 8
Davis Mountains State Park in West Texas is one of the most impressive natural landmarks...
LANDMARK 9
Dealey Plaza has a long history, but since 1963, it has been known as the...
LANDMARK 10
Inside Inks Lake State Park near Austin, the Devil's Waterhole can be reached by a...
LANDMARK 11
The pink granite dome known as Enchanted Rock is found in the hill country of...
LANDMARK 12
It's difficult to think about Texas without thinking about cattle ranching, and the Fort Worth...
LANDMARK 13
San Jacinto Battleground State Historic Site and the impressive 567-foot San Jacinto Monument are both...
LANDMARK 14
The mountains of this West Texas national park rise over three thousand feet above the...
LANDMARK 15
Austin has been the capital city of Texas since 1839, when they were an independent...
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Jacob's Well in Wimberley releases thousands of gallons of water per day through the bottom...
LANDMARK 17
This National Historic Park found on the 36th President's ranch near Fredericksburg is one of...
LANDMARK 18
In 1731, forty-five years before there was an idea of the United States, Spanish Franciscans...
LANDMARK 19
From its role as the Apollo Mission Control Center to monitoring the International Space Station...
LANDMARK 20
Padre Island National Seashore near Corpus Christi is one of the most beautiful points of...
LANDMARK 21
Near San Antonio, the Natural Bridge Caverns are an impressive cave system with massive chambers...
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Palo Duro Canyon is America's second-largest canyon - after the famous West Coast National Park...
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Port Isabel Lighthouse is found near the southern US border where the mighty Rio Grande...
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The River Walk is one of the free things to do in San Antonio and...
LANDMARK 25
Last but very much remembered on this list of Texas state landmarks not to miss...
Conclusion
Texas is rife with natural wonders and fascinating history, and often both at the same...
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