Sky Diving Austin Tx

Uniquely Austin, Texas - Travel Destinations Outside The Box!

Austin is the capital of the Great Lone State, Texas. I had found that the people of Texas are very patriotic about being Texans and had never come across any group of people as greatly proud to being a resident of the state in which they reside. With that said, there are many great and fun things to do that one wouldn't find themselves doing in other states.

1. It is a staple in the agenda to go and see the Texas State Capital. You'll find yourself looking at the marvelous structure longer than you think! The architecture alone is a wonderful site. It is said that when it was being constructed the 15th century Italian Renaissance architecture had a large influence of it being built. Here's a neat tidbit! The statue on top of the Capital State building of Texas is over 300 feet tall! Also, it is the largest capital in all of the United States. There are free daily tours offered to see the sights to behold within the magnificent piece of work ever erected in the United States.

2. If you're ever in Austin, Texas, during the winter holiday season you'll be in for a wonderful surprise! Everyone loves looking at Christmas lights, but I guarantee that Austin's 'Trail Of Lights' will be the best around. Zilker Park is where the Trail Of Lights Festival is held every year. Each year is different so the feeling of a repeat is never present.

One of the amazing pieces of the Trail of Lights is its large Christmas tree of lights. It is constructed of lights wound in such a way that when you're standing inside the tree and you look up and twirl around it gives the affect of an eye trick. A great man made kaleidoscope of some sort. It is tradition that when sweethearts go there together they are to face each other clasping hands, look up the tree and spin around seven times. After their seven spins they are to make a wish and kiss. There are all year around attractions at Zilker Park but the Trail of Lights, by far, has been my most adored. Go to www.ci.austin.tx.us/zilker to see what is happening when during your vacation time.

3. An extremely bizarre tourist attraction is the bats. Under the Congress Avenue Bridge in downtown Austin people will watch from a distance the bats that emerge from under the structure at sunset. They cover the sky and fly around the top of the bridge until every bat member of the family has emerged before they take off to go catch dinner. Different times of the year varies so go here to see the bats schedule: www.austin360.com.

4. Close to Austin but located west of New Braunfels, Texas is something that is a rarity. There is a place called Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch. What's more, this is no typical ranch, not the typical picture that can be drawn up of cowboys and horses and cattle. In fact, this ranch has over 50 species of animals from around the world. In order to get this unique around-the-world wildlife experience you can take a safari ride in jeeps. It's the closest thing to a real African safari contained right in the United States. And what better place to capture a taste of the African heat than the heat of Texas? See more and purchase admittance fees at: www.wildliferanchtexas.com.

5. Looking to kick back in an adult environment with a bit of a classy feeling and surrounded by nature? Try going to a vineyard. There are plenty of them around Austin. Many of the vineyards are within a 90 mile radius of Austin. The Texas Hill Country Vineyards are beautiful wineries that offer tours and wine tasting along with entertainment and eating. At www.texaswinetrail.com you'll be able to look up a vineyards that best suits your individual wants and needs.

By Amanda Dice - I have a passion for the outdoors. I'm an identical twin and she's my best friend. My dog is somone I can't ever leave behind. And, I enjoy writing. I hope to soon be able to publish my book. A drama free li...

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