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Flickr/ Nicolas Henderson West Texas has long been a popular getaway spot for Texas residents. From the beautiful landscape and charming small towns, what's not to love? But there's more to West Texas than Big Bend National Park and the Instagram hot spot Prada Marfa. The little town Valentine, Texas, is located in Jeff Davis County, and they […] The post Valentine, Texas: How the Lone Star State's Most Romantic Town Got its Name appeared first on Wide Open Country.

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Texas might be the second-largest state but don’t let its size fool you; there are a lot worth-seeing hidden gems and small towns in Texas worth visiting

--> Off the hidden path of hill county roads rest a town known as the “Cowboy Capital of the World.” Those who have visited this town quickly understand why it is given this prestige title. Many visitors take the town in to get away from the big city life. Some come for the slower pace living. Even more come to visit one of the dozens of ranches near by. The town is known for great country music, the cowboy life and has a history of western culture. Several cities have desire to laid claim…

Laredo, TX: Visit the border town of Laredo, one of the oldest border crossing points that sits on the north bank of the Rio Grande River. In the heart of the downtown historic district, don't miss visiting the Cathedral of San Augustin, which dates back to 1872.

This little town in Texas is the best hidden gem. And these tiny cabins on a stunning ranch is calling your name for a Texas road trip.

Looking for interesting abandoned places and ghost towns in Texas? Here are some of the most interesting Texas ghost towns to visit!

Hico, Texas

Georgetown, Texas is a beautiful town just thirty minutes north of Austin. It has a charming downtown area that has claimed the title, Most Beautiful Town Square in Texas, and the title is well deserved. We visited Georgetown this summer and found it to be a beautiful town with so much to do. Here are just a few of the many things to do in Georgetown. Inner Space Cavern Inner Space Cavern was discovered by the Texas Highway Department in 1963 and is one of the best preserved caverns in…