Construction began on the cathedral shortly after Canary Island colonists, granted land and title by Spain's King Phillip V, settled here in 1731. Completed in 1750, San Fernando now stands as the oldest cathedral sanctuary in the U.S. and remains an active parish of the Archdiocese of San Antonio. Gen. Santa Anna raised the red flag of "no quarter" from the cathedral during the siege of the Alamo; a new dome replaced one that collapsed in 1872. Site of historic papal visit in 1987.
Set in a limestone quarry, the 200-acre park highlights Texas culture and music. Attractions include such rides as "Superman Krypton Coaster," and Boomerang, a super coaster that throws riders for a loop and then all over again backwards! The Park also has two water attractions:
San Antonio, TX Amusement ParksDolls of every description can be found in the quaint Queen Anne-style house. More than 3,000
San Antonio, TX CollectionsThe Daughters of the Republic of Texas Library, located inside the Alamo walls and south of the Alamo shrine, is open to the public for research. The focus of the collection is the period of the Texas Republic, 1836-1846
San Antonio, TX Historic LibrariesEstablished in 1845 and moved to its present location in 1876, this installation has long been one of the Army'
San Antonio, TX FortsEstablished prior to 1732 by islanders who formed first organized civil settlement in Texas at San Fernando de Bexar, now San...
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Small museum focuses on distinctive history and traditions of this South Texas region. Exhibits trace habitation from America...
2,088 acres of thick, brushy growth, typical of Valley before agricultural development. Preserves and protects abundant wildl...
Established 1731, favorite of many students of Spanish period in Texas, and popular with photographers. The little church bui...