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Eclectic Austin in the heart of Texas is a liberal city proud of its reputation as a place that promotes local independent businesses while countering commercialisation.

It was named “San Antonio” in 1691 by a Spanish expedition in honor of Saint Anthony of Padua. A Spanish mission and colonial outpost was founded there in 1718, and San Antonio became the first chartered civil settlement in present-day Texas in 1731.

Founded in 1839 as Waterloo and renamed after Stephen F. Austin, the “Father of Texas,” Austin was chosen as the Republic of Texas capital for its central location.