http://www.justtraveltexas.com/articles/Texas-Attractions_Summary.html Texas is the perfect combination of modernism and tradition. Old West is still alive in the roads of some regions. The wide range of attractions Texas offers go from Texas State Aquarium, Medieval Times, Lone Star Flight Museum until Dallas Arboretum. If you have not heard something about one of them, read the following articles and learn more about the Texan beauties. Why to doubt? You do not have to go far away to have a memorable vacation… Texas has everything you need to make true your dream vacation. en-us http://www.justtraveltexas.com/articles/Travel-Texas_6678.html Wed, 22 Mar 2006 03:09:41 CST The Arboretum is a botanical garden which is located in the shores of the White Rock Lake, to the east of the city of Dallas, TX. It is open everyday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and it is offered for special activities such as weddings or private activities among others. This place is considered as an oasis in the middle of an exciting and effervescent city.
The garden has an extension of 66 acres and is located at only 20 minutes from Dallas downtown. It posses special access for people with disabilities. The place is visited by more than 3,000 tourists yearly. The majority of these tourists are from other states of the US and some from other countries. http://www.justtraveltexas.com/articles/Travel-Texas_6664.html Wed, 22 Mar 2006 03:07:36 CST The USS Lexington is a ship that formed part of the defense of the US during the World War II, by the 80’s it was retired because its maintenance was becoming very expensive. Due to that situation the Secretary of the Navy decided to replace the USS Lexington by a ship that was more modern. That is how in the year 1990 the Navy decided to substitute the USS Lexington with a new ship called the USS Forrestal. Immediately after this announcement several communities decided to compete to obtain the old ship.
After a time, the Secretary of the Navy decided to give the ship to the community of Corpus Christ that already had a naval station. On January 1992 the Lexington arrived to the coast of the town and became the new neighbor of the habitants of the city. During the same year the people who received the ship, opened it as a museum which is dedicated to representatives of the City, State and Federal Governments and also to some veterans associations. http://www.justtraveltexas.com/articles/Travel-Texas_6647.html Tue, 21 Mar 2006 05:05:43 CST The Texas State Aquarium is located very close to the Corpus Christi downtown; it has an extension of 7.3 acres and is also next to the Gulf of Mexico. This aquarium was created to educate, exhibit animals from the sea, promote practice environmental conservation of the sea wildlife, but the main reason is for the entertaining of all the types of people who enjoy visiting aquariums. The aquarium is open everyday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
There are some advices that you must keep in your mind to enjoy the visit to this place. Some of these advices are: try to arrive at least 20 minutes before the presentations, use comfortable shoes and clothes, remember that you may get wet (bring extra clothes), check the weather because sometimes the presentations are exhibited outdoors.  http://www.justtraveltexas.com/articles/Travel-Texas_6632.html Tue, 21 Mar 2006 03:17:08 CST The cascade caverns receive their name due to the 100 feet waterfall that you can see inside it. This place has been a popular tourist attraction since the year 1932. However, caverns have been explored by animals and especially by the men since many centuries ago. Investigators say that the first creature that got in these caverns was a mastodon whose bones are still inside the caves. There are also proofs that the American Indians held ceremonies in the first room of the cavern. 
There is an old legend which says that a long time ago a German immigrant killed a man in a fight and he escaped into the cave where he stayed living as a hermit. In fact there are several books that talk about this tale.  http://www.justtraveltexas.com/articles/Travel-Texas_6601.html Tue, 21 Mar 2006 12:13:25 CST The Texas Capitol is a formidable exponent of the architecture of the late 19th century; it is distinguished as one of the most beautiful capitols of the US. By the year 1986 it was recognized as a National Historic Landmark due to its contribution of the American history. The Capitol is located in one of the highest points of the city of Austin and from its top is possible to admire the Colorado River. The main campus of the University of Texas is very close to the building too.
This jewel of the architecture was designed by the architect Elijah E. Myers, who is the same that designed the capitols of Colorado and Michigan. In regards for the design of the capitol Myers received three million acres in the Texas Panhandle that years later became in the XIT Ranch. http://www.justtraveltexas.com/articles/Travel-Texas_6576.html Tue, 21 Mar 2006 12:12:24 CST The Mount Bonnell is located in the county Travis in the city of Austin, TX. The mount is a natural limestone formation that raises over 700 feet above the sea level. The mount is called Bonnell in honor of George W. Bonnell who jumped from the peak of the mount to his death. During the years between 1850 and 1860 it was a very famous place which was used as a picnic place, to admire the amazing landscapes of the Austin skyline, the Colorado River and the lake Austin.
There are many different activities that you can do in the mount, for example hiking. This is a very exiting activity because it is totally natural; there are not stairs, if you decide to climb the mount you must go up through the natural stairs to get to the top. Once you get to the top you can admire the places above mentioned. You must bring comfortable clothes and water. http://www.justtraveltexas.com/articles/Travel-Texas_6547.html Tue, 21 Mar 2006 12:10:15 CST Do you enjoy the emotions of theme parks? Do you enjoy screaming while you reach really high velocities? Do you enjoy water games? Do you really enjoy enjoying? If you answered yes to most of these questions, the Six Flags Theme Parks are for you. Fortunately, there is one of these parks in Arlington, TX and is waiting for your visit to enjoy the funniest electronic and water games in the world. This park is focused for the people who live in the southwest region of the US and it has reached a high success.

In these parks one of the most important aspects is the security of the visitors. That is why in the entrance of the parks they have metal detectors to ensure that any inadequate object will not be introduced in the park. They also can stop the rides due to bad or critical weather conditions, such like: high winds, storms among others.

They also offer several facilities for people who need special assistance. For example, they offer wheelchairs. If you or someone who is with you needs a wheelchair, the park offers them available in the entrance. They provide standard wheelchairs and electronically controlled vehicles. Any of those are available but are limited. In case you need one it would be better if you bring your own.

Inside the park the fun never stops, there are concerts, cultural activities, parties and many other activities that are available for you to enjoy of them. Six Flags Theme Parks are famous around the world. If you visit Texas, do not miss the chance of come and enjoy the activities of this park. http://www.justtraveltexas.com/articles/Travel-Texas_6523.html Tue, 21 Mar 2006 10:42:39 CST The Big Texan Steak Ranch is a very famous restaurant which is located in Amarillo, TX. It was founded in 1959 by Bob Lee who came to Amarillo and owned an old restaurant in the old airport of the city. He started the steak business because he saw that in the city there was not a restaurant of that kind. At the beginning, the restaurant was called Big Texan, and in it, Lee offered the biggest steaks in the lonely star state.

The restaurant is famous due to its 72 ounces steak which is a challenge for all those with a big appetite. The history of this steak was born when one day, Bob started to eat as much meat as he can; as a result, he ate 72 ounces of meat. When the Interstate 40 opened during the early 70’s, Lee saw the opportunity of moving his business to another place closer to this new road. The place where he built the new restaurant is where it is still located: on the east side of Amarillo.

Two years after the opening of the new location, the restaurant became very famous especially among ranchers who lived near and other people such as truckers who had to pass by that way. Today, the restaurant can seat 450 people; it also has a gift shop, bar and offers a better service.

At present, it is normal the free 72 ounces steak contest, which consists of eating a steak of that weight. The people who reach to eat all that meat receive $72 as price. This price is just recognition and the contest is very famous not only in Amarillo but all around the world. http://www.justtraveltexas.com/articles/Travel-Texas_6495.html Tue, 21 Mar 2006 10:11:25 CST
The Alamo, located in San Antonio, TX, was originally named The Misión. It was constructed during the year 1724. This place was house for Spanish, rebels and Mexicans who were there until the Texas Revolution. These persons inhabited the Alamo during the ten years that Mexico fought to get their independency. Afterwards, they had to escape when the Revolution of Texas took place and Texian and Tejano volunteers took the Alamo in order to, then, attack the troops which were besieged in the city.

By the year 1836, General Antonio López de Santa Anna attacked by surprise the Alamo and Texians and Tejanos fought together again. During the eighth day of the fight, the commander of the Alamo William Travis asked for help to several communities of Texas; in this way, they won the battle when Santa Anna surrendered. However, Santa Anna regroups some men and attacked the Alamo again winning the battle. That one was the last battle for the Alamo and today this place represents the sanctuary of the Texas Liberty.

Today, the place is visited for more then 2.5 million people who go to remember the courage of the people who fought against the General Santa Anna for their liberty and the liberty of the habitants of Texas. The place is open all days except Christmas Eve and Christmas day. It does not receive any help of the US government, and it is maintained with the money recollected in the sales of the Alamo Gift Museum and donations of private foundations.