"San Antonio de Bejar, Tejas" a San Antonio Travel Page by basstbn

San Antonio is a wonderful destination for travelers. Everyone knows about the Alamo, shown here. The dramatic story of the battle for this mission chapel has been the focal point for a number of movies.

However, there is a great deal more to see in this exciting and culturally diverse city. Our stay was brief (two days), so we did not come close to experiencing all that San Antonio had to offer.

The River Walk is San Antonio's most frequently visited destination, due to its popularity with locals, as well as visiting out-of-towners. The banks of the San Antonio River are lined with sub-tropical gardens, restaurants, nightclubs, and retail shops. People queue up for long waits to take the boat tour.

This ten-room Spanish Governor's Mansion in San Antonio became the seat of Spanish colonial government in 1772. Walk through the restored rooms and relax in the peaceful courtyard.

Quiz time: what are the six flags that have flown over Texas?

Answer: Spain (1519-1685 and 1690-1821), France (1685-1690), Mexico (1821-1836), Republic of Texas (1836-1845), Confederate States of America (1861-1865), the USA (1845-1861 and 1865-present).