Austin monuments are soaked in a history and mystique that is both southern tinged and 100% unique to Texas. Texas history is on one side proud and rugged, while on the other stately and flamboyant. The numerous historic buildings and monuments in Austin tell the story about a folk that braved and tamed the wasteland to transform the city into the urban modern town that it has become.
State Capitol
Distinguished in the National Register of Historic Places in 1970, the Texas State Capitol is a pretty domed building that's paying homage to the state's white house, except for that the State Capitol building is "sunset red" granite. The structure was completed in 1888 and was built in Renaissance Revival Style, based totally on 15th century Italian design. The structure is characterized by symmetrical composition, round arches and rich elaborations. Outside walls are accented by baroque steel gates. In the 1990s, many restorations were performed to increase the size to accommodate visitors, making the Texas State Capitol the largest state capital in terms of gross sq footage, 2nd biggest only to the nation's capital. Interior restorations were completed to the tune of $98 million, and in 1997 the grounds were renovated and revived at a price of $8 million. Everyone can take a tour, visit the Capitol Complicated Visitors Center, Capitol Gift Shop and Texas State History Museum.
Governor's Mansion
Situated in Colorado Street in Austin, Texas, the Governor's Mansion is a great piece to tour and get a feel of the culture and history of the town with its slightly old-skool ambiance. The facility has served as a home to each governor who has served Texas since the country's fifth. The Governor's Mansion was designed by the well-recognized architect Abner Cook during 1865 and is one of Austin's most classic and elegant structures. The house is well refitted with pieces of furniture,eg Sam Houston's bed, and a considerable number of paintings and antiques from the old days. The house was built with the utilisation of bricks and wood material. During your trip to the facility, keep a look out for holes in the banister where Governor James Hogg punched in tacks to stop his children from sliding and fall down it. The tour is open to the general public daily which lasts for almost twenty min per tour. The mansion is only open to visitors every Monday to Thu with no cost entry.
Mount Bonnell
Situated in the northern part of downtown Austin, Mount Bonnell is named after the columnist and soldier who fought in the Texan war for autonomy, William Bonnell. The mount is a great area to visit to gain an improved view over the entire city of Austin. The monument stands 750 feet tall and is accessible through 100 high steps with great scenic perspectives of the city, the western hills and even the Colorado Stream. Public visits are permitted from 5am to 10pm daily and with no charge.
The Driskill Hotel
Designed in a Romanesque style with columns, archways and porches that look out onto the streets of downtown Austin, the Driskill is a 4 story hotel built in the 1880s by cattle baron Jesse Driskill. Guests of the Driskill Hotel have included the state lawmaking assembly while the Texas State Capitol was being built, among others, some of that has been reported to never have left. Recent Driskill Hotel guests have reported many unusual things goings on and many people, including staff, think the hotel to be haunted. If hauntings are of interest, ask to stay in Room 525, the room of the suicide brides. Currently the hotel is a marvellously run luxury hotel with great rooms, great dining at 1886 Cafe & Bakery and the 4-star Driskill Griddle with chef Jonathan Gelman. The Driskill even offers live entertainment nightly, sometimes offering urban country, soul, jazz and blues performers.
Texas State Cemetery
Though not classed as historical buildings in Austin, the Texas State Cemetery is a historical site in its own right. Visitors taking a tour through the graveyard will note the burial place of many historic figures with scores of Confederate infantrymen which make up much of Austin's valuable background.
State Capitol
Distinguished in the National Register of Historic Places in 1970, the Texas State Capitol is a pretty domed building that's paying homage to the state's white house, except for that the State Capitol building is "sunset red" granite. The structure was completed in 1888 and was built in Renaissance Revival Style, based totally on 15th century Italian design. The structure is characterized by symmetrical composition, round arches and rich elaborations. Outside walls are accented by baroque steel gates. In the 1990s, many restorations were performed to increase the size to accommodate visitors, making the Texas State Capitol the largest state capital in terms of gross sq footage, 2nd biggest only to the nation's capital. Interior restorations were completed to the tune of $98 million, and in 1997 the grounds were renovated and revived at a price of $8 million. Everyone can take a tour, visit the Capitol Complicated Visitors Center, Capitol Gift Shop and Texas State History Museum.
Governor's Mansion
Situated in Colorado Street in Austin, Texas, the Governor's Mansion is a great piece to tour and get a feel of the culture and history of the town with its slightly old-skool ambiance. The facility has served as a home to each governor who has served Texas since the country's fifth. The Governor's Mansion was designed by the well-recognized architect Abner Cook during 1865 and is one of Austin's most classic and elegant structures. The house is well refitted with pieces of furniture,eg Sam Houston's bed, and a considerable number of paintings and antiques from the old days. The house was built with the utilisation of bricks and wood material. During your trip to the facility, keep a look out for holes in the banister where Governor James Hogg punched in tacks to stop his children from sliding and fall down it. The tour is open to the general public daily which lasts for almost twenty min per tour. The mansion is only open to visitors every Monday to Thu with no cost entry.
Mount Bonnell
Situated in the northern part of downtown Austin, Mount Bonnell is named after the columnist and soldier who fought in the Texan war for autonomy, William Bonnell. The mount is a great area to visit to gain an improved view over the entire city of Austin. The monument stands 750 feet tall and is accessible through 100 high steps with great scenic perspectives of the city, the western hills and even the Colorado Stream. Public visits are permitted from 5am to 10pm daily and with no charge.
The Driskill Hotel
Designed in a Romanesque style with columns, archways and porches that look out onto the streets of downtown Austin, the Driskill is a 4 story hotel built in the 1880s by cattle baron Jesse Driskill. Guests of the Driskill Hotel have included the state lawmaking assembly while the Texas State Capitol was being built, among others, some of that has been reported to never have left. Recent Driskill Hotel guests have reported many unusual things goings on and many people, including staff, think the hotel to be haunted. If hauntings are of interest, ask to stay in Room 525, the room of the suicide brides. Currently the hotel is a marvellously run luxury hotel with great rooms, great dining at 1886 Cafe & Bakery and the 4-star Driskill Griddle with chef Jonathan Gelman. The Driskill even offers live entertainment nightly, sometimes offering urban country, soul, jazz and blues performers.
Texas State Cemetery
Though not classed as historical buildings in Austin, the Texas State Cemetery is a historical site in its own right. Visitors taking a tour through the graveyard will note the burial place of many historic figures with scores of Confederate infantrymen which make up much of Austin's valuable background.
About the Author:
Rachel Rosen has had an interest in Austin landmarks for several years. She has written op-eds and editorial pieces for many online publications. For more details about Austin monuments feel free to visit her site.
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