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Colors of Texas - traditions, festivals, mentality and lifestyle

Houston The unique multi-faceted culture of state is one of its main distinctive features. Music, sports, cuisine and architecture of Texas were formed under incessant immigration, so they can be called multinational. Each traveler will find the unique flavor of Texas; someone associate it with cowboys and stories about the Wild West, and other call a rose the main symbol of the state.
Excursion over cultural sights of Texas - 'must visit' points of interest
Every city of the state is a field of unique culture and priceless attractions. Texas is a major agricultural center of the country, The King Ranch is considered to be one of its main … Open
Annually there is the colorful Texas Rose Festival in Tyler that is considered one of the most interesting and attractive national holidays. The festival was first organized in 1933. Tyler has the biggest rose garden in the country named Tyler Municipal Rose Garden.
The garden is about 14 acres, on its territory there are more than 35,000 rose bushes, some of which are unique varieties planted back in the 19th century. Besides interesting flower exhibitions, the program of the holiday includes a gift fair, a beauty contest and theatrical performances. The festival takes place in the second half of October and lasts for three days; it would be interesting to everyone to visit a colorful celebration and walk around solemnly decorated garden. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
Your active city break in Texas. Attractions, recreation and entertainment - best places to spend your day and night here
Texas with its splendid nature and countless entertainment options is an ideal place for outdoor activities. This picturesque state won’t disappoint those who like to have a rest away … Open
The capital of the state hosts the even more original holiday, which is also aimed at the general public, we are talking about the Keep Austin Weird Festival. During the festival, the city becomes the weirdest in the state. It is a colorful and surprisingly cheerful carnival, during which you can find your favorite fairy-tale characters and people in the most unusual costumes in the streets.
The Texas Capitol The entertainment program of this strange festival is very diverse and includes interesting fairs, exhibitions and concerts. Usually natives participate in the festival with pets; special original costumes are sewn for cats and dogs. Historical celebrations are common in Texas; you can meet curious cultural traditions and learn about the most interesting events of the indigenous history. One of the most beautiful historical events takes place in San Antonio; it is dedicated to the patron saint of the city.
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Traditions and festivals in cities around Texas

Dallas
The most important thing in life is self-realization. It is something they wish to all relatives and friends first. But even if plans haven't been realized until a certain age, that's okay. The thing is that here mature age is not treated as something inevitable and ... Open »
Oklahoma City
The same original and exciting event of Oklahoma-City is the Festival of Norman Culture which was first held in 1976. The main distinguishing feature of the festival is a specific medieval genius peculiar to the event. Since 2003 the Reaves park has been an established ... Open »
Houston
Another large-scale event is the Art Car Parade; hundreds of thousands of visitors come to watch this scenic cortage. During the day, hundreds of unique vintage cars pass through the streets; many vehicles have very striking and unusual tuning. After the official part ... Open »
Monterrey
Following a chat of old friends or relatives, their freestyle communication can not go unnoticed. At the same time talking to new acquaintances the city folk keeps to politeness and courtesy in accordance with rules of decorum. Only good friends can take the liberty of ... Open »
New Orleans
Many tourists consider New Orleans to be the Jazz capital of the world. According to one of the theories this popular music trend takes its roots from this area. When modern music fans talk of genuine American jazz they then mean the music which appeared in New Orleans ... Open »
Denver
The hometown of David Fincher, the director of the cult film "Fight Club", is striking with its values - locals do whatever they think is right, it is not accepted here to pretend to be "someone else", and the ability to be yourself is always welcome. No one will ... Open »
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