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San Antonio
San Antonio is the second most populous city in Texas and the seventh most populous
city in the United States over all.
As of
2006,
the city had an estimated population of 1,296,682, and the San Antonio metropolitan area
had an estimated population of 1,942,217.
San Antonio's economy is principally based on healthcare, defense, financial services, and tourism.
Just to the Northwest of the city center is the South Texas Medical Center, which is a conglomeration
of hospitals, clinics, educational and research establishments, and which in total employs over 27,000
people. Meanwhile The defense industry in San Antonio employs over 89,000 people, and additionally
there is a large military presence in the area, including the bases at
Brooks City-Base, Fort Sam Houston, Lackland Air Force Base and Randolph Air Force Base, all within the city,
and Camp Bullis and Camp Stanley just outside the city.
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San Antonio is a popular tourist destination, visited by more than 20 million tourists each year.
Attractions in San Antonio include the SeaWorld San Antonio and the Six Flags Fiesta Texas theme
parks. Also popular is the River Walk (also known as "Paeo del Rio"), which is a network
of walkways in the downtown area around the San Antonio River, and contains many shops, restaurants
and bars.
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Finally, any description of tourism in San Antonio, can not go without mentioning the San Antonio de Valero
Mission, which is popularly simply known as "The Alamo". Today a museum, the Alamo is
a former mission and fortress which was the sight of several battles, including most famously
the 1836 Battle of the Alamo, one of the key battles fought between the Republic of Texas and
Mexico during the Texas Revolution.
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By David Baird
Frommers
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A complete guide to two of Texas's most diverse and exciting cities - Shows visitors how to have a great time in San Antonio, a multicultural city with a rich history (the Alamo) and lots of contemporary attractions (including over forty golf courses)
- Reveals San Antonio's most memorable experiences--from a stroll along the San Antonio River to a mariachi mass at Mission San Jose--and offers intriguing side trips to the Texas Hill Country
- Takes visitors to the best of Austin, the "Live Music Capital of the World," with more than 200 music clubs
- Explains how to make an Austin visit unforgettable, from visiting the state capital and LBJ Library to listening to blues at Antone's, hiking and biking in city parks, and watching the bats at Congress Avenue Bridge
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By Justin Marler
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Moon Austin, San Antonio and the Hill Country provides you with the essential details needed to discover all the can't miss sights, attractions, and restaurants in the heart of Texas, while including the best lesser-known and local hotspots.
With firsthand experience and honest insight, local author Justin Marler provides you with all the tools you need to create your own unique experience. Justin's fun and creative travel suggestions can help you plan your perfect trip including, Austin's Music Scene, Austin in a Long Weekend, Texas Pride, (including the Alamo, historic sites, and museums), Hill Country Road Trip, and Family Fun.
Visit Barton Springs, Town Lake, the Mission Trail, and the Cave with No Name, or stroll through the curiosity shops on South Congress Ave. Learn about quirky Texas facts or cheer at a Longhorns game. Moon Austin, San Antonio and the Hill Country gives you the tools for an entirely uncommon, more personal, and ultimately more satisfying travel experience. |
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By DK Publishing
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Whether you are traveling first class or on a limited budget, this Eyewitness Top 10 Guide will lead you straight to the very best San Antonio and Austin have to offer. Dozens of Top 10 lists - from the Top 10 historic sights including the Alamo, to the Top 10 museums, shopping areas and restaurants - provide the insider knowledge every visitor needs. And to save you time and money, there's even a list of the Top 10 Things to Avoid. Find your way effortlessly using the detailed maps, which fold out from the front and back covers, plus many smaller maps inside. Includes Fascinating historic sights, Best restaurants in each area, Must-see museums and galleries Great bars, clubs & live music venues, Unmissable parks & natural wonders, Best shopping districts & markets, Liveliest festivals & cultural events, Most fun places for children, Best hotels for every budget Insider tips for every visitor, and Over 275 color photographs, maps & illustrations! |
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By Paris Permenter
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From Padre Island to Comfort's Bat Tunnel to Wimberley's Pioneertown, this guide covers a wide range of attractions within a two-hour drive of San Antonio.
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