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Alamo (The)
300 Alamo Plaza, San Antonio, TXTel: (210) 225-1391 • Web: Visit this site »
Originally the Mission San Antonio del Valero, the Alamo is by far the most famous historical site in Texas, playing a significant role in Texas' quest for independence from Mexico. Under the command of Col. William Travis, 189 Texan soldiers bravely defended this fort for 13 days before finally succumbing to Santa Anna's massive Mexican army in early 1836. The chapel and the Long Barrack are all that remain of the fort. Saved from civilian apathy by the Daughters of the Republic of Texas, the mission is now a museum containing relics from the era. Texans take the Alamo very seriously. Silence, or at least a hushed tone of voice, is insisted upon both in the chapel and on the grounds. Narrated tours are available. Admission is free, but donations are encouraged.
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User Rating: 7.5 Based on 6 user ratings |
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Feb 1, 2005 by
Aaron W. from Fairfield, CT
Overall Rating: 9
- Lots of history and artifacts; Close to the Riverwalk
- In the middle of downtown
“Very fascinating place to visit. A must for anyone going to San Antonio. Be sure to take the free tour and have all the history explained in an easy to understand manner. Then be sure to go inside and see great historical items like Jim Bowie's knife and Davy Corckett's musket. There's a movie shown too, but I didn't see it. Only about a 10 minute walk from the popular Riverwalk area.”
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