Founded 1777 to serve Spanish military garrison and government. Still in daily use, chapel stands as built 200 years ago, preserving a type of architecture that supplanted more austere styles of Ysleta and Socorro missions. Village of San Elizario served as El Paso County seat for years and was location of a presidio (fort) of the same name.
It's the original historic city square and park, right in the heart of downtown. The plaza features a fiberglass sculpture, "Plaza de los Lagartos," by sculptor Luis Jimé
El Paso, TX Historic DowntownsEl Paso Science Center-Features educational, hands-on exhibits about science and technology:
El Paso, TX MuseumsEstablished in 1682 as mission for Piros, Thanos, and Jemes Indians. Originally located about 12 leagues from Guadalupe Mission at Paso del Norte and about 7.5
El Paso, TX MissionsCourse Access: Semi-PrivateHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: 7 days...
This museum is home to African, Western, Heritage, Kolliker, and Hall of Fame artists. It is located in the stately Turney Ma...
Green and spacious park on southern edge of city at historic Comanche Springs. Swimming, picnicking and tennis courts....
The Mountain of Christ the King looms above El Paso at point where territories of Texas, Mexico, and New Mexico meet. Promine...
Learn all about Texas and Southwestern history, including the background of the cattle industry and the individuals who began...