subject: San Antonio Texas The Seventh Largest State North Of The Mexican Border [print this page] San Antonio is steeped in Texas history and is best known for the Alamo. This city has doubled its size in the past 35 years, making it the countries seventh largest city. It has been called a large city with a small town feel. There are several companies with a major presence such as Frost national bank, Valero Energy Corporation, Tesoro Petroleum, San Antonio University of Texas and the Texas Health Science Center.
San Antonio is the largest city north of the Mexican border, which makes it no surprise that this city embraces its Mexican roots. All the modern architecture is designed with Spanish flavor as well as Tex-Mex being the staple cuisine. When arriving at the airport visitors are greeted by a band of mariachis, and this unique festive city has made San Antonio a popular convention city. The vibrant river walk in historic downtown makes this attractive for tourists.
San Antonio offers starter families low cost living as well as a laid back festive atmosphere and a variety of residential as well as business opportunities. In addition this vibrant city draws around twenty million visitors and hosts around three hundred events which in turn create an economic impact of around nine billion annually. 60% of the population is Hispanic and predominantly Catholic. Due to Fort Sam Houston there is a large military presence.
Alamo Heights is ten minutes from downtown, and displays its quit hidden roads which wind behind Broadway and the streets are lined with scrapbooking stores, vintage boutiques and high end gift shops which is the main artery to downtown. Many established families have been around for generations. The beautiful San Antonio River Walk is the hub of downtown and is lined with restaurants and local shops.
During the festive season the magnificent cypress trees lining the sidewalks are decorated with an array of colored lights which also hang over the bridge. Every occasion calls for a party in San Antonio. The Majestic Theatre with its twilight sky ceiling which was built in 1929 stands with an ornate beauty and is home to the San Antonio symphony, as well as many of the best known broadways shows have performed there.
There is truly something for everyone and San Antonio is also famous for its Tower of the Americas which is an overwhelming 750 foot structure as well as the Alamo Plaza and Sea World of Texas. From luxury estates to downtown bungalows, there's a home and neighborhood for any lifestyle. The average cost of a home in San Antonio, according to reports, is about $140,000, which buys about 3,000 square feet, four bedrooms and 2.5 baths. Property is affordable and well worth the money spent
