Alamo and River Walk in San Antonio, Texas

 The Alamo played an important role to free the 

Republic of Texas from Mexican Rule.

The Alamo was one of five 18th century Missions built in the 

San Antonio area beginning in 1718.

Spanish Missionaries built a chapel and barrack house. 

The long barrack was a two story building.  First floor was

an office and workshop and upstairs were living quarters and guest room.

 Memorial Plaza

Present day compound has an oak tree and old water well.

Texans fighting for independence from Mexico fortified the 

Alamo to battle more than 2,000 Mexican troops.  All 189 Americans

including Davy Crockett and Jim Bowie died in battle on March 6, 1836.

Davy Crockett 

Frontiersman and former Tennessee Congressman

Jim Bowie

Skilled knife fighter and inventor of the Bowie knife

After the Mexican American War, the USA acquired land from 

Mexico to form the southwestern border.

The Alamo is remembered as a heroic struggle against 
overwhelming odds to secure freedom. 

 Shrine of Texas Liberty.

This museum was constructed on the 100th anniversary of the battle.

San Antonio River Walk

 River Walk is across the street from the Alamo. Lunch at Casa Rio and

a walk following the U-shaped part of the river.

Access to River Walk one level below the downtown streets.

The San Antonio River is edged by hotels, art and gift shops and restaurants.

 About a 3 mile walk in the central area.

Tourist cruise in barges on the river while 

restaurant customers dine under colorful umbrellas.

Pedestrian bridges arch over the river for easy access to the other side.

Peaceful quiet areas to enjoy the scenery.

Bexar County Courthouse

San Antonio Main Plaza

San Fernando Cathedral was built in mid 1700s.