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21. El Mercado
El Mercado, also known as the Market Square, is found in the city of San Antonio. It is the country’s largest Mexican market. Here you will be able to browse more than 100 businesses that span three blocks.
Here you will not only be able to purchase a multitude of Mexican products but also sample some genuine Mexican pastry at the popular Mi Tierra Cafe y Panaderia or some other dish any time night or day. You might also find yourself in the midst of any one of the festivals, live concerts, or other weekend events also held there.
22. Six Flags Over Texas
If you like the other Six Flags parks then you really must stop here and see where it all began. As it turns out, six different flags have actually flown over the state of Texas. Additionally, the first amusement park in the chain was launched in Arlington, Texas. This park stretches out across 212-acres. Experts report it is also one of the world’s best theme parks.
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