Known as "The Lone Star State," Texas is the third largest state in the entire United States, behind Alaska and California. It is home to San Antonio, Dallas, Houston, and some of the truest cowboys in all of the USA. Known for breeding football players and beauty queens, this colorful state has plenty to offer visitors. In fact, it has so much to see and do, that it is nearly impossible to visit for only a week. Austin is the capital of Texas Austin.