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Texas has a coastline on the Gulf of Mexico to the southeast. Covering 268,596 square miles (695,660 km 2) and with over 31 million residents as of 2024, [1] it is the second-largest U.S. state by both …

4 days ago · Texas is commonly divided into East and West, although the dividing line between the two is ambiguous. Generally, though, East Texas has a wet climate and is characterized by cotton and …

28th State to enter the Union: Dec. 29, 1845. Present Constitution adopted: 1876. State motto: Friendship. Origin of name: Texas, or Tejas, was the Spanish pronunciation of a Caddo Indian word …

Governor Governor Greg Abbott Contact Governor Abbott Phone: 1-512-463-2000 Main address: P.O. Box 12428 Austin, TX 78711

Welcome to the state of Texas. Here you'll find a variety of things to do throughout our 7 regions. Find trip planning resources, hotels and special offers.

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Discover Texas like never before with the TSHA's Handbook of Texas—a free, digital encyclopedia of Texas history and heritage.

Tourists flock to Texas for a variety of attractions and resorts. The Gulf Coast, including cities like Galveston and Corpus Christi, offers beaches and maritime activities. The state also boasts …

5 hours ago · The old town heritage is still alive, but new ideas, businesses, & families are growing & thriving in our town!