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San Antonio

Named after Saint Anthony by a Spanish expedition, San Antonio is famous for its many missions.

The River Walk is for strolling; at Spurs games, people cheer. For Fiesta, people gather to celebrate each year.

At the Alamo, they fought for freedom day and night. Now it and four other missions are a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Fun Facts About San Antonio

  • 🏰The Alamo is one of five Spanish missions that form a UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • 🚶The River Walk stretches 15 miles along the San Antonio River
  • 🏀Home to the San Antonio Spurs, five-time NBA champions
  • 🎉Fiesta San Antonio is an annual 11-day celebration dating back to 1891
  • Named after Saint Anthony of Padua by Spanish explorers

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