1. Welcome to Houston!
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2. The namesake of heroes…
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Sam Houston statue
3. … With monuments everywhere you look…
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Houston Police Officers’ Memorial
4. … To immortalize the sacrifices of those who came before…
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5. … And the essential monument to a revolution.
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San Jacinto Monument
6. The ballparks and sports teams are a tribute to the heavens…
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Minute Maid Park
7. … Except, of course, when they’re simply a reminder of how great it is to be from Texas.
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Reliant Stadium
8. There are many ways to get around Houston…
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9. … Each with its own charm.
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Buffalo Bayou
10. Whether you go lightning fast…
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11. … Or maybe just a little bit slower.
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12. And all of them will help you appreciate Houston for the jewel that it is.
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13. From the statuesque City Hall…
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14. … To the world-class private university…
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15. …And stunning cathedral…
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16. … There’s always something magical about Houston.
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17. The residents are known for being pretty artistic…
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18. …And they look to the heavens for guidance.
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19. Whether the sky is bright…
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20. … Or the darkness of night approaches…
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21. Houston always shines on…
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22. From every angle.
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What’s the most beautiful spot in Houston? Tell us in the comments below!