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Austin is the capital of Texas and one of the fastest-growing, most
vibrant cities in the United States. Say the word "Austin" and a myriad
of images come to mind: Hip, cool, trendy and high-tech. But Austin is also a city with a rich historic past. Originally a
buffalo hunting ground favored by Tonkawa Indians, the original name of
the city was "Waterloo". This name was chosen because of the abundance
of springs and creeks in the area. The city's history comes alive in
such places as the Texas State Cemetery, the final resting place of
many prominent Texans; Bremond Block, an area of stately 19th century
mansions; the antebellum Governor's Mansion; and more than 220 other
landmarks. The new Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum also helps
chronicle the colorful history of the state.
Austin is also a very green city. With a river running through
it and a mild year-round climate, Austin prides itself on natural
beauty. Greenbelts, waterways and pockets of undeveloped land create a
unique verdant landscape. With constant 68-degree waters, Barton
Springs Pool remains the favorite place in town to cool off on a hot
summer's day. Town Lake, the southernmost in a series of seven manmade
lakes along the Lower Colorado River, bisects the heart of downtown.
Some 10 miles of hike-and-bike trails encircle the lake. President Bush
routinely jogged here while governor of Texas. Farther upstream,
Lake Austin and Lake Travis attract boaters, fishermen, water-skiers,
windsurfers and scuba divers. Austin is also home to the University of Texas, one of the
largest universities in the U.S.; enrollment is usually around 50,000
students. Having such a large group of young people in the city gives
Austin a young, hip feel and guarantees plenty of choices for
entertainment. And finally, Austin is a major cultural hub. It is one of only
a handful of U.S. cities with professional ballet, symphony, opera and
theater companies. With twenty museums, nearly three dozen galleries
and 35 ...