Texas
n Texas has a larger area than any other state in the United States except Alaska. It is bigger than Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, and Wisconsin combined. According to the 1990 census, Texas ranked as the third largest state in population, after California and New York. But in 1994, the U. S. Bureau of the Census reported that Texas had passed New York in population.
Texas is called the Lone Star State because of the single star on its flag. Through the years, the flags of six nations have flown over Texas. Besides the United States, these nations were Spain, France, Mexico, the Republic of Texas, and the Confederate States of America. Austin is the capital of Texas, and Houston is the largest city.
San Antonio, Texas.
San Antonio, Tex. , is one of the most historic cities of the United States. During its history, San Antonio has been under the control of Spain, Mexico, and the independent Republic of Texas. It has been called Alamo City, in honor of the famous Battle of the Alamo that was fought there in 1836. San Antonio ranks as one of the Southwest's leading cultural and trade centers. Some of the largest military bases in the United States are in the San Antonio area. The city lies on the rolling prairies of southcentral Texas, about 150 miles (241 kilometers) northeast of the Mexican border.
Dallas, Texas.
Dallas is the second largest city in Texas and is located in the heart of one of the fastest growing metropolitan areas in the United States. Houston is the only Texas city with more people. Nicknamed "Big D, " Dallas ranks as one of the nation's major financial, insurance, manufacturing, and transportation centers. The city serves as the seat of Dallas County.
Houston, Texas.
Houston, pronounced HYOO stuhn, is a large city in Texas and a leading commercial, cultural, and educational center of the Southwest. Houston ranks as the fourth largest city in the United States. Only New York City, Los Angeles, and Chicago have more people.
Houston Astrodome - baseball and football stadium.
Big Bend National Park