Here are some of the best roadside attractions in Texas with a map to steer sightseers in the right direction.
The Lone Star State has its own Stonehenge and an Eiffel Tower to bootA quick pit stop to catch a glimpse of a roadside attraction is a hallmark of any classic American road trip. While the skies above Marfa may be known for the area's"strange" lights, Texas has no shortage of curious sites along its highways and byways.
Beginning in 1973 in an effort to"create something beautiful for his wife," according to Texas Parks and Wildlife Magazine, homeowner Rufino Loya carved and painted the elaborate designs seen throughout the property. This work would continue for the next 20 years and Catholic churches of Loya's native Mexico servicing as Loya's inspiration, TPWD wrote.
Hotel Paisano served as Warner Brothers' filming headquarters for"Giant" and a"gathering place" for Taylor, Hudson, Dean and 150 additional cast members for six weeks in 1955, the hotel's website states, adding that the three stars were moved to private residences in town after the first two weeks but continued to dine in the hotel, socialize in the lounge and lobby and meet to watch dailies via a projector director George Stevens had placed in the ballroom.
Food items include brisket plates, sausages, burgers, chili and nachos as well as bacon-wrapped jalapeno poppers stuffed with brisket and cheese. Carry-out orders can be made by calling 512-321-SAWS.Texas Hill Country is home to a 14,000-square-foot Bavarian-inspired castle.
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