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When San Antonio was founded in 1718 by Spanish settlers, a rich heritage of culture, diversity and pride was born. With traditions from Mexican, Tejano, German, Irish and other cultures, there's never a dull moment in San Antonio and history is bursting from the seams of the city.

Over 300 years of Spanish heritage is evident in San Antonio's vibrant culture. San Antonio Missions National Historical Park, along with the Alamo, was named the first World Heritage Site in Texas by the United Nations Organization for Education, Science and Culture (UNESCO) and includes four of our southernmost missions: Concepción, San José, San Juan and Espada.

Whether you're visiting or planning to relocate to San Antonio, be sure to check out these major attractions!

• The River Walk is one of San Antonio's icons, with history, culture, tourism and sustainability melded into one beautiful destination. The River Walk flows through five miles of downtown San Antonio and stretches for over 15 miles in total. L
• Natural Bridge Caverns, the largest network of caves in Texas, is located just outside San Antonio.
• HemisFair Park, the site of the 1968 World's Fair, features waterfalls, historic buildings, playgrounds, and the iconic Tower of the Americas.
• El Mercado, the Market Square, is an outdoor Mexican-style marketplace featuring authentic Mexican cuisine, shopping and performances.
• San Antonio Spurs, our home NBA team.
• Fiesta, one of the biggest celebrations of culture and history in the country, is an 11-day citywide party where everyone is welcome.
• The San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo is an annual event with fairgrounds and carnival rides, shopping, public stock shows, and rodeo events like bull riding, barrel racing and more.

For more activities and things to see while in San Antonio, visit https://www.sanantonio.gov/.

Founded in 1845 by German settlers, New Braunfels is an oasis in South Texas with two rivers running through it: the Comal River and the Guadalupe River.

Known for its unique blend of German and Hispanic heritages, New Braunfels is a rapidly growing city and has been named one of the best 50 places to live in the United States.

New Braunfels has a culture distinct from San Antonio, though the two cities grow closer together each year. Whether you’re visiting to float the river or planning to make New Braunfels home, there’s plenty to keep the whole family busy all year.

• Wurstfest is a ten-day annual celebration of New Braunfels’ German roots, filled with food, music, and fun.
• Guene Historic District is a world-famous music destination with riverside shopping, dining and history.
• Snake Farm Zoo is accredited by the Zoological Association of America and prioritizes animal care, conservation and education. With over 500 species, this unique zoo offers up-close experiences with its animals.
• Schlitterbahn Waterpark uses natural spring-fed river water to power its attractions, from exciting water slides to relaxing lazy rivers.

For more activities and things to see while in New Braunfels, visit https://www.visitnbtx.com.