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Alamo. Riverwalk. These are the two attractions which define San
Antonio; but they do not the whole city make. Founded as the Spanish
Mission San Antonio de Valero in 1718, San Antonio has seamlessly fused native and
immigrant influences to become a vibrant and popular travel
destination.
San Antonio has grown in spurts. First settled by the Indians, then the Spanish,
followed by American immigrants, including German immigrants, who poured alot of money
into the city and transformed it from a gambling, gun fighting town
into a community. The military has made a big impact too. Several
large bases in the area make San Antonio the second
largest military town in the country.
The accessible downtown is where tourist will spend most of their
time. Riverwalk (San Antonio Attractions) is the popular dining
and shopping area which winds it way through downtown. Then of course
there's the Alamo, that most American symbol courage and commitment
and a rallying cry for one of the country's most pivotal conflicts.
It's also right in the middle of downtown.
As much as any particular attraction, the overall atmosphere in
San Antonio is a draw. Bridging the gap between large and small
cities, San Antonio offers alot, while maintaining a sense of the
personal and intimate. It's one of those places that most everyone
finds something to like.
Other Resources
eGO's San Antonio Bookstore with recommended local reading selections
and easy, secure online ordering.
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