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The Alamo
300 Alamo Plaza
San
Antonio, TX 78205
Phone: 210-225-1391
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More than 2.5
million people a year visit the 4.2 acre complex known worldwide as "The
Alamo." Most come to see the old mission where a small band of Texans
held out for thirteen days against the centralist army of General
Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna. Although the Alamo fell in the early
morning hours of March 6, 1836, the death of the Alamo Defenders has
come to symbolize courage and sacrifice for the cause of Liberty. The
memories of James Bowie, David Crockett, and William B. Travis are as
powerful today as when the Texan Army under Sam Houston shouted
"Remember the Alamo!" as it routed Santa Anna at the battle of San
Jacinto on April 21, 1836.
The Alamo has been managed by the Daughters of the Republic of Texas
since 1905. Located on Alamo Plaza in downtown San Antonio, Texas, the
Alamo represents nearly 300 years of history. Three buildings - the
Shrine, Long Barrack Museum, and Gift Museum - house exhibits on the
Texas Revolution and Texas History. Visitors are welcome to stroll
through the beautiful Alamo Gardens. Just a short walk from the
Riverwalk, the Alamo is a "must see" for all who come to San Antonio.
Hours: Monday through Saturday open daily from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Sundays 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Admission: There is no admission charge to visit the Alamo. Free. |
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