San Antonio is the seventh most populous city in the United States of America and the second most populous city in the state of Texas, with a population of 1.3 million. It was the fastest growing of the top 10 largest cities in the United States from 2000-2010, and the second from 1990-2000. The city is located in the American Southwest, the south central part of Texas, and the southwestern corner of an urban region known as the Texas Triangle. San Antonio serves as the seat of Bexar County. San Antonio has characteristics of other western urban centers in which there are sparsely populated areas and a low density rate outside of the city limits. San Antonio is considered to be the cradle of Texan liberty. Its most well known landmark is the Alamo, the site of the famous battle 1836 where Davy Crockett and Jim Bowie were killed. Though it must be said that when most visitors see the Alamo for the first time, I thought it would be bigger.
Climate
Summer 35 °C (95 °F) and Winter 5.4 °C (41.7 °F).
Tourist Season
August to November is the best season for tourism.
Accommodation
Hotels and Appartments.
General Information Of San Antonio
- Land Area: 412.1 sq mi (1,067.3 km2)
- Population: 13 Lakh.
- Capital City: Texas.
- Language: English and French.
Tourist Attraction in or Near by San Antonio
River Walk
The San Antonio River Walk is a network of walkways along the banks of the San Antonio River, one story beneath the streets of Downtown San Antonio, Texas, shops and restaurants, the River Walk is an important part of the city's urban fabric and a tourist attraction in its own right. Millions of people visit the River Walk each year to enjoy this unusual urban sanctuary that winds along the San Antonio river in central San Antonio, one story below the bustling street level.
The Alamo
The Alamo is an 18th century mission church in San Antonio, Texas. It was originally built to be the church for the Mission San Antonio de Valero, which was founded in 1718. The church was built by Spanish Franciscan friars in order to convert the local Indians to Christianity. Buoyed by a desire for revenge, the Texians defeated the Mexican Army at the Battle of San Jacinto, on April 21, 1836, ending the revolution. Several months previously, Texians had driven all Mexican troops out of Mexican Texas. Approximately 100 Texians were then garrisoned at the Alamo. The Texian force grew slightly with the arrival of reinforcements led by eventual Alamo commanders James Bowie and William B. Travis. On February 23, approximately 1,500 Mexican troops marched into San Antonio de Béxar as the first step in a campaign to re take Texas.
San Antonio Public Library
The San Antonio Public Library is a collection of a Central Library and 24 branch libraries that serve the city of San Antonio in the U.S. state of Texas. The library serves other municipalities in the area, including Alamo Heights, Hill Country Village, and Olmos Park. The architect for the building was selected by a design competition held by the city in July 1991. The winning design is by renowned Mexican architect Ricardo Legorreta in partnership with Sprinkle Robey Architects and Johnson Dempsey & Associates of San Antonio.
Tower of the Americas
The Tower of the Americas is a 750-foot observation tower/restaurant on the southeastern fringe of Downtown San Antonio, Texas, USA. The tower was designed by San Antonio architect O'Neil Ford and was built as the theme structure of the 1968 World's Fair, HemisFair '68. The tower is located in the middle of HemisFair Park and has an observation deck that is accessible by elevator for a fee. In addition, there is also a lounge and revolving restaurant at the top of the tower that provides panoramic views of the city.
Bexar County Courthouse
The Bexar County Courthouse is an historical building in Downtown San Antonio, Texas, USA. The building was designed by architect J. Riely Gordon, and borders Main Plaza, along with such other architectural landmarks as the Cathedral of San Fernando. The style is Romanesque Revival, and the main material used is red sandstone. Ground was broken for Gordon's structure on August 4, 1891 and the cornerstone was laid December 17, 1892. Bexar County was created on December 20, 1836, and encompassed almost the entire western portion of the Republic of Texas, including the disputed areas of western New Mexico northward to Wyoming. After statehood, 128 counties were carved out of its area.
The Shops at La Cantera
The Shops at La Cantera is an upscale open air regional shopping mall located in far northwest San Antonio, Texas, USA, near the Loop 1604 and Interstate 10 interchange. The concept for the center was originally developed and conceived by The Rouse Company under a joint venture with USAA Real Estate Company. The Rouse Company also developed San Antonio's North Star Mall. General Growth Properties acquired The Rouse Company in November 2004.
Tower Life Building
The Tower Life Building is a landmark and historic building in Downtown San Antonio, Texas, USA. Construction of the tower began in 1927 and the building rises 403 feet and has 30 floors. The building, which opened in 1929 was originally named the Smith Young Tower and is the central component of a partially completed development called the Bowen Island Skyscrapers. The eight sided, neo gothic brick and terra cotta tower complete with gargoyles was designed by noted local architectural firm Ayers & Ayers. The building also housed San Antonio's first Sears, Roebuck and Company store in its lowest 6 levels.
SeaWorld San Antonio
SeaWorld San Antonio is a 250 acre marine mammal park, oceanarium, and animal theme park, located in the Westover Hills district of San Antonio, Texas. It is the largest of the three parks in the SeaWorld chain owned by SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment, a division of The Blackstone Group, and the world's largest marine life theme park. It is a member of the Alliance of Marine Mammal Parks and Aquariums and is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. SeaWorld of Texas was developed by Harcourt, Brace, and Jovanovich. Built for $170 million, it opened on Memorial Day weekend in 1988 and welcomed 75,000 people during the grand opening.
Accessibility
Bus Terminal
Greyhound Bus Station
500 N St Marys St
San Antonio, TX, USA
Amtrak Station-SAS
350 Hoefgen Street
San Antonio, TX, USA
Via Bus Stop
1742 Basse Road
San Antonio, TX, USA
Nearest Airport
San Antonio International Airport : For the international flights.
9800 Airport Blvd
San Antonio, TX, USA
Horizon Airport: For the international and Domestic flights.
13680 Pleasanton Road
San Antonio, TX, USA
Twin-Oaks Airport : For the domestic flights.
San Antonio, TX, USA
Nearest Railway Station
San Antonio Station
350 Hoefgen Street
San Antonio, TX, USA
Train Station Gift Shop
3910 N Saint Marys St
San Antonio, TX, USA
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