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Let Me Introduce You to San Antonio, Texas |
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San Antonio is not only the home of the Alamo, a patriotic landmark and one of five Spanish Missions in the urban area, it is also a cultural cross roads of American's frontier past and multinational future, a leader in both historical preservation and space age science. |
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The city offers medical and university centers; and a stable economy, invigorated by new, growth industries. World-class museums, a renowned symphony, chic shops, restaurants, and galleries lift San Antonio to a cosmopolitan level enjoyed by the discriminating traveler and lucky native. Family attractions include sports and music events at the Alamodome, one of America's top zoos, Fiesta Texas and Sea World, nearby lakes, picturesque hill country, and a beach only a few hours drive away. Our low cost of living and quality of life are equally attractive to students, young urban achievers, home makers, executives, road warriors and retirees. |
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San Antonio's character, forged by frontier hardships, military invasions, and a steady influx of diverse cultures produced a unique blend of Southwestern ruggedness, old-world sophistication, immigrant practicality, and South-of-the Border celebration. The historic rhythms, pageantry, and folk art of Spain and Mexico flowered into a rich, contemporary appreciation of art and multi-culturalism. This unique and powerful confluence of historic, cultural and commercial forces energizes our city today. |
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San Antonio's Spanish/Mexican roots have left a lasting imprint on our way of life. With it's exuberant, sophisticated use of folk art and playful drama, San Antonio's historical richness, pageantry and joyful celebration of the senses and spirits has raised its community celebrations to a glorious, multicultural art form. The English may stop for high tea, New Yorkers their 5 o'clock Martini' New Orleans nay have Mardi Gras, but no one outdoes San Antonio when it comes to the fine art of Fiesta. |
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When companies study relocation, they look at San Antonio's low cost of living, abundant work force, affordable housing and real estate, medical services, recreational and cultural opportunities, as well as low taxation and mild climate. As a result, there have been major relocations by corporations such as Southwestern Bell and an expanded $57 million investment by Citicorp, giving San Antonio increasing strength in the telecommunications and financial services fields. |
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San Antonio's military economic base continues to be enhanced by the convergence of private sector expertise in medical research; development and treatment at Brooke Army Medical Center and its world-famous burn center; Wilford Hall USAF Medical Center at Lackland, the Air Force's largest Medical Center; and the South Texas Medical Center with its vast complex of hospitals, clinics and research centers, including the University of Texas Health Science Center with its five schools and biomedical research. Southwest Research Center enjoys a prestigious reputation and intense support and the bio-technological Texas Research Park continues to grow in the wooded hill country of the dynamic, high growth far Northwest sector. |
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Contact Joy: Office: (210) 493 0020 Fax (210) 492 2181 Mobile: (210) 884-4000 |
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