The Torch of Friendship

Day 29 to 34 - Austin (cont'd) and San Antonio

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August 5th 2010
I decided to spend a little more time in Austin - it’s very difficult to get away from the town’s laid back environment. Did my best to walk around town and take in some attractions - the Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum, the State Capitol Building and the local university. I spent most of my afternoons down by Barton Springs pool floating around and not thinking about anything. A coupl ... read more

North America » United States » Texas » San Antonio

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Britain's American colonies broke with the mother country in 1776 and were recognized as the new nation of the United States of America following the Treaty of Paris in 1783. During the 19th and 20th centuries, 37 new states were added to the origina... ... read more