Monument marks grave of Colonel Fannin and 342 men who had surrendered to Mexican forces during the Texas Revolution, and were massacred at the order of General Santa Anna on Palm Sunday morning, March 27, 1836. Two miles south of Goliad off U.S. 183, a few hundred yards from Presidio La Bahia.
Goliad, TX MonumentsAs conquistadors of centuries ago explored new lands for "God, Gold and Glory," the Church played an integral part in colonization and dominion over vast New World empires. Missions were often first permanent Spanish settlement in new areas. To protect mission endeavors, a presidio (fort)
Goliad, TX History184-acre park features reconstructed, refurnished replica Mission Nuestra Senora del Espritu Santo de Ziga, generally called Mission Espritu Santo. Excellent interpretive displays, plus camping and picnicking area, rest rooms and river fishing spots. Mission established 1749
Goliad, TX State ParksBoth a state park and international historic site, reconstructed birthplace and statue of one of Mexico's most famous military figures, Gen. Ignacio Zaragoza (1829-1862). Mexican general and liberal leader was minister of war under Juárez. In 1862
Goliad, TX Historic SitesHelena's abandoned courthouse is now a museum of area history with early trail, ranch and home artifacts, tools and implement...
Five acres of native and exotic cacti and succulents; among thousands of plants is the largest nursery-grown cactus in Texas,...
One of the world's premier caverns, take 75-minute tour through a half-mile of the largest show cavern in Texas. For the more...
Known as the Queen of Missions, is both a State and National Historic Site. Founded 1720; church built between 1768-82. Entir...
About 2,000 acres of thick, brushy growth, typical of Valley before agricultural development. Preserves and protects abundant...