The Alamo has been officially dubbed the Shrine of Texas Liberty.
The Alamo is arguably Texas's most famous historical landmark, famous for the 13-day Battle of the Alamo during the Texas Revolution in 1836. Nearly four million people come to San Antonio, Texas, to visit the Alamo each year. A visit to San Antonio however, would not be complete without visiting some of San Antonio's other historical landmarks, all conveniently located close to the the Alamo.
Spanish Governor's Palace
The Spanish Governor's Palace was built in the early 18th century, and is one of the last examples of the Spanish Colonial style homes in San Antonio. The building was originally the home of the Captain of the Presidio when the area was governed by Spain. The building has been restored and now features furniture from the Spanish Colonial period and an intricate hand-carved wooden door. The courtyard of the Spanish Governor's Palace can be rented out for special events.
Majestic Theater
Located in the heart of downtown San Antonio, the Majestic Theater is historic landmark, built in 1929. The large theater was one of the first to show motion picture movies, and the first theater in Texas to have air conditioning. The ornate, extravagant decor of the the theater is a reflection of Mediterranean, Spanish Mission and Baroque design styles. The theater spent several years being restored and today is home to the San Antonio Symphony. Traveling Broadway shows also perform at Majestic.
San Fernando Cathedral
San Fernando Cathedral was built in 1731 and has an powerful presence in the city. The church is still functioning today, making it the oldest continuously functioning church in Texas. The church's architecture makes it a popular attraction and visitors can take daily scheduled tours of the building. The church has many rooms and spaces that are rented out for weddings, concerts and other special events.
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