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Bandera
Today
Fast forwarding to the 20th Century - Bandera became "Cowboy
Capital of the World" in part because of its numerous Dude Ranches.
The area became popular with San Antonians wanting to escape the
city's summer heat - and in the 20s and 30s - with increased car
ownership (Bandera never had a railroad) "Dude Ranches" started
appearing. Several of the oldest are still in business today.
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Bandera
Area Attractions
Hill Country
State Natural Area - 11 miles southwest of Bandera 5,400 acres
of primitive camping and equestrian trails. Over 4,500 acres provide
trails for people who bring in their own horses to ride. The area
was a gift from Louise Lindsey Merrick who presented it to the state
in the 1970s. 512-796-4413
http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/park/hillcoun/hillcoun.htm
Frontier
Times Museum:
13th Street at Pecan Street 210-796-3864
One of the more interesting museums in the state since it started
so early (1920s) when historical items curios were abundant. Over
30,000 items on display.
St. Stanislaus
Catholic Church: 7th Street and Cypress Street. The Church dates
from 1876, although the steeple wasn't erected until 1906
Other architecturally
interesting buildings are:
The Old First National Bank Building 309 Main Street
The Oldest Stone Building c.1855 Cypress Street at 11th Street
The Bandera County Jail designed by Alfred Giles c. 1881
The Huffmeyer Store at Main and Cypress c.1875
Bandera Tourist
Information
Bandera
County Convention and Visitor's Bureau
1-800-364-3833
Bandera
County Texas Chamber of Commerce
P.O. Box 171 Bandera, Texas 78003
Phone: 830-796-3045 Toll Free: 800-364-3833
http://www.banderatex.com/
See Bandera.
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