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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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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 InformationBandera
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. Texas
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