Capital of Texas (USA) - a city of Austin.It was founded in 1839 and is now the center of the administrative and political activities statewide.Named in honor of the metropolis of one of its founders.The number of the local population is just over 885,000 people.At the same time, in recent decades, there has been a tendency to increase the number of its inhabitants.This is due mainly to constant migration processes in the country.
Geographical location
Capital of Texas is located on the coast rather large Lady Bird Lake, in the central part of the state.Its total area is over 770 square kilometers.Near its waters brings Colorado River.It should be noted that the city is a few artificial reservoirs.They are surrounded by numerous parks and gardens with dense vegetation, which largely contributes to active sports (especially water sports) locals.In addition, for about 300 days a year here is warm, sunny weather.
Brief History In the early sixteenth century, the increased interest among Spanish sailors caused the land on which is built the current capital of the State of Texas (USA).The fact that some of them were legends about large stocks of gold in the area.However, instead of the conquerors expected aboriginal tribes, cannibals, very hostile against the conquistadors.Whatever it was, for the next 300 years, the Spanish managed to maintain control over the region.
before the beginning of the war for the independence of Texas, in 1835, at the current location of the city, near the northern shore of the Colorado River, the village was founded, called Waterloo.Four years later, after the declaration of independence, its Vice-President Mirabeau Lamar made a proposal to select a village administrative center.Though many of his opponents were supporters of Houston, the proposal was still pending.In 1839, the already sprawling city was renamed Austin.The capital of Texas retained its status after its accession to the United States in 1845.
City bats
One of the most famous nicknames Austin - «Batcity», which translated to English means "city of the bats."This is due to the fact that every year thousands of these animals inhabit a local bridge Ann Richards Congress Avenue on.The fact that its design is the perfect place for breeding bats.Thousands of people are constantly coming here to watch their evening flight on the hunt against the setting sun.
Tourist attraction
Capital of Texas attracts many tourists for its natural beauty, art galleries, museums, historic buildings and vibrant nightlife.One of the most beautiful places it is considered to be State Capitol.In addition to his great popularity among travelers enjoy the residence of the French ambassador, erected in 1841, the University of Texas campus, as well as the oldest hotel of the city «Driskill», which was opened in 1886.
Not far from the center of Austin is the largest of its natural area - "Zilker Park."He is a very popular place with the locals.All of its visitors have the opportunity to play football here, rent a bicycle or a canoe, or simply stroll through the superb garden.
University of Texas
One of the best educational institutions across North America - is the University of Texas, which is the location of the capital of Texas.Its complex includes a total of seven museums and thirteen libraries.The opening of this school took place in 1883.It served as a strong impetus for the development of the entire state.In 1924, on land that belonged to the university, it was found a lot of oil.That's what made him one of the leading in the country, which led to rapid promotion and technological development of the city.
development of modern technologies
At the beginning of this century, the capital of Texas has grown into one of the largest US centers of excellence.Due to the high concentration are companies that operate in the area, city sometimes called "silicone hills".It is impossible not to note the role of the above University of Texas.This institution annually produces thousands of professionals in programming and engineering.Before all of them good opportunities for employment in leading IT-companies, representative offices are located in Austin.
Sports
As noted above, the capital of Texas is a perfect place for sports.This is facilitated by the presence of not only the parks and forest areas, but also well-developed infrastructure.In particular, the city has built more than 45 kilometers of biking and hiking tracks, as well as a large number of sports fields, the total area of which exceeds the mark of seven thousand square meters.In addition, Austin operate multiple tennis courts and clubs.
Interesting facts
Despite a well-developed sports infrastructure, the city is the largest metropolis in the United States, which is not represented his team in any major league American championship.In this regard, the locals tend to root for teams of the University of Texas.
phrase "Keep an unusual city" is the motto of Austin, which can be found here for your purchased at any souvenir.
local height higher than the Capitol building in Washington of the US Congress, which has the same architecture by seven meters.
Capital of Texas in 2008 was named the best city in the US drinking version of publication «Forbes».Studies have shown that more than 60% of its residents at least once a month, an alcoholic drink.
