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San Antonio
Elevation : 701
Population : 1,182,840
One of Texas' most romantic and historic cities, the old Spanish town
of San Antonio dates back to 1718 when it served as a way station for
road trippers on their way to East Texas missions. The city grew around
the scenic San Antonio River, which gave life to the settlers who were
busy founding missions, fighting Apaches and Comanches, and generally
working on the important colonization efforts of the day. Continually
embattled in those early days, Texas' most defining moment occurred at
the Alamo when Santa Anna raised hell, only to lose control a few years
later when Texans finally prevailed in the Battle of Salado.
Today San Antonio is the gateway to either South Texas or Central Texas
depending on which way you're headed.
As for golf,
San Antonio Golf Courses :
Notes
When close to downtown, before you pay tribute to your Texas
roots at The Alamo, have a beer and check out the museum at the
old Lone Star Beer Brewery. The now world-famous River Walk is
practically next door with more dining and drinking options than you can
imagine. Reserve a room at La Mansion Del Rio (800-292-7300), the
river's oldest and most distinguished hotel, take a good look at the design
of any of the 35 historic bridges that span the river, then pick
a place to settle in for the evening festivities. The more macho should
hit the Esquire Bar, a rowdy, local establishment on Commerce Street.
On the north side, stop by Retama Park for nefarious speculations
on the ponies, then find the Hangin' Tree Saloon (210-651-5812)
for cold beer and great Texas music.
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