San Antonio, Texas

Fort Sam Houston

Established in 1845 and moved to its present location in 1876, this installation has long been one of the Army'

King William District

Area settled by prominent German merchants in late 19th century, designated state'

Alamodome

160,000-sq.-ft. building provides facilities for football, concerts, and other events. It is the only domed stadium in North America with two permanent ice sheets. It's home for the annual Alamo Bowl college football game each Dec. Tours conducted every Thursday and Friday. (

Wild Animal Orphanage

Missions of San Antonio

In addition to the Alamo, which is managed by the Daughters of the Republic of Texas, four other San Antonio missions form the San Antonio Missions National Historical Park. They were established by Franciscan friars in the early 18th century. A map for the "Mission Trail" driving route (