Be about San Antonio! Texas Charm meets Old Mexico in a stunning lesser -known city

It is not to be denied The best southern city to literally get a taste of Mexico is San Antonio, Texas – a place that is practically impossible to have a bad meal with authentic community staples such as Loose barrios And even “tourist traps” that would beat the best food cities of other cities.

After visiting San Antonio a few months ago, I was immediately reminded of how much I loved the city where I grew up on vacation for a feeling of culture and stunningly ‘Hill Country’ landscape.

Of course, if an attraction is known worldwide, it is the Alamo, an important fort during the Texas revolution, where Davy Crockett once explained one of his most famous quotes.

Many may not realize that San Antonio is one of America’s largest cities, although it once threw a large shade over Austin before it became Dallas 2.0 in recent years. Yet this vast city still overcomes in the vicinity of cities, and even born and ravaged Texans like I would usually overlook it.

Fortunately, local experts are Corpus Christi Caller Times showed the best destinations in close by, where little is known Goliad Mostly as a wonderful city that looks at part of the most holy history of Texas.

Forget the cookie-cutter destination that you had in mind and get a page from the playbook of Davy Crockett when he said: “You all go to hell and I go to Texas.”

Goliad: the city that Texas has formed

Goliad was the location of the first explanation of the independence of Texas, but somehow it has slipped through the cracks as a tourist destination, despite the seeing of impeccable historical locations that were the test of time.

Unlike the Alamo; You do not need a reservation to visit.

Here are 7 sites on your radar when you visit Goliad:

• Presidio La Bahía
• Goliad State Park & Mission Espíritu Santo (you can camp here, walk, fish and kayak!)
• Fannin Memorial Monument
• Mission Nuestra Señora del Rosario
• Fannin Battleground State Historic Site
• Goliad County Courthhouse
• The hanging tree

The simple fact that there are 7 in such a small town of fewer than 2,000 inhabitants speaks volumes.

Be one of the most striking Presidio La Bahíavalue Explanation of the independence of Texas was signed, and Mission Espíritu SantoOne of the best preserved 18th-century Spanish colonial missions.

Although the Fannin Memorial Monument marks the cemetery of important victims of the Goliad massacre, a tragic event aimed at traitors, it is ultimately a rally group for Texas Freedom.

Needless to say, San Antonio may be known, but Goliad, under a 2 -hour drive, is not slow in terms of historical significance and fascinating attractions.

It’s Margarita hour! Goliad has deep Cinco de Mayo tires

Do we dare to say that a nearby city is following better Margaritas than San Antonio? That is a difficult sale with all Patio restaurants along the famous riverwalk.

However, Goliad has one claim that San Antonio could never live up to – being the birthplace of General Ignacio Zaragoza, who led Mexican troops to victory in the Battle of Puebla, commemorated by America’s unofficial holiday, Cinco de Mayo.

Believe me, this city will see the chance they get if there is a blender in reach, especially at La Terraza Mexican GrillWhere recent customers claim that the Margs “Spot On!” are.

In fact, the scene for food and drink even attracts famous faces. The Corpus Christi Caller Times points out that actor Luke Wilson once ordered homemade Jalapeño soup from the local favorite, Blue Quail Deli.

Goliad’s Downtown Charm & Southern Hospitality

Tacos, soups and even margs can be served spicy, but the people who call this wonderful city hall are anything but.

If you want real Texas charm and hospitality, you are faced with a treat. People here are very hospitable for visitors, enthusiastic to show off the fascinating timeline of their city by countless pride -preserved sights and miracles.

It is not even uncommon to get a free tour of a local when they see your jaw on the floor, wondering how this hidden gem has been one of the best preserved secrets of Texas for so long.

While the inhabitants of Goliad respect the fame of San Antonio, the city rightly has a “what about us?” Perspective in terms of his own amazing sites that compete the Alamo.

Downtown is also a must visit itself, although it is centered in one of the many blinkers and you of the Lone State.

You will find rows of local stores, previously mentioned food, timeless orientation points and … Whataburger. Always Whataburger.

If you are a history lover who plans to view Goliad as more than a day trip, Best Western Plus Goliad Inn & Suites is Goliad’s most beautiful hotel and centrally located on more must-sees, such as the hanging tree and the El Camino Real de Los injas Museum.

Sam Sears

SAM, our main writer and journalist based in San Diego has visited 36 countries and wrote more than 1000 articles with a focus on sharing his own travel experiences and throwing a light on lesser -known gems.