Recently we spent a couple of days visiting Austin which is the capital of the State of Texas. It has a population of 820,611 and was settled in the 1830's.
The State Capitol building was built in the 19th centuary.
Austin is now considered the music capital of Texas and much of this live entertainment is found in 6th street. This nine-block historic district has been an epicentre of activity since the realy 1900's when it was developed as a centre of commerce.
There are a number of grand buildings to be found in the city centre of Austin such as the elegant Driskill Hotel which was built by cattle baron Jesse Driskill in 1889. At a cost of $400.000. Jesse funded this build from the monies he had accrued from selling cattle to the Confederate Army during the Civil War.
There is still a grand old car still parked in front of this hotel. During his presidency Lyndon Baines Johnson the 36th President of the United States kept a suite at this hotel.
Today his second daughter Luci Baines still resides in the penthouse of this building which is located in the city center.
As the music capital of Texas it is no wonder that Willie Nelson spent some time in this city.
The city has erected a statue and named a street in his honour.
As you now everything in Texas is big. Even the pot plant containers.
Austin has lots to do and many things to see so we are planning to return for another visit.
Best wishes to all,
Bev and Ross
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