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San Antonio
Texas is a state located in the southern and western regions of the United States of America. The state is second largest in both area and population behind Alaska and California respectively. The state's name derives from a word in the Caddoan language of the Hasinai. Texas declared its independence from Mexico in 1836 and existed as the independent Republic of Texas for nearly a decade. Texas is internationally known for its energy and aeronautics industries and for its ship channel at the port of Houston which is the largest in the United States in international commerce and the sixth largest port in the world.
San Antonio is the second most populous city in the state of Texas after Houston and seventh most populated in the United States. The city had a population of over 1.2 million in 2005 census. This city is the county seat of Bexar County and covers over 400 square miles on the northern edge of the south Texas region and southeast of the Texas Hill country. San Antonio was named for the Portuguese saint Anthony of Padua, whose feast day it was when a Spanish expedition stopped in the area in 1691.
The city has a strong military presence and it is home to Fort Sam Houston, Lackland air force base, Randolph air force base, Brooks city base and south Texas medical center, this medical center is largest and the only medical research and care provider in the south Texas region. The San Antonio city is famous for its river Walk, the Alamo, Tejano culture and being home to Sea World and Six Flags Fiesta Texas theme parks, the city is visited by 20 million tourists per year. It is also home to the first museum of modern art in Texas, the Marion Koogler McNay Art Museum.
San Antonio has become a centre of industry, education, administration and culture. Recently the city has undergone major improvements and it became a popular destination for tourism and enjoys a very positive reputation with worldwide travelers. The city is often regarded as among the most beautiful parts of Texas which is one of the most visited places amongst the most die hard travelers the world over. Today, one can also learn about its history, from its earliest times and gain enthusiasm in its natural beauty and populace.
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