Tucked into the far southwest corner of texas, El Paso is among the 19th most populous city in the United States. It’s location on the famous Rio Grande makes it an important business and cultural gateway between the US and Mexico, with the major city of Juarez situated just across the border. The city’s roots stretch back to the Spanish colonial era in 1659, when a mission was established that soon became a thriving village.
The military has a prominent role in El Paso’s culture and economy. The city is home to Fort Bliss, one of the largest military installation’s in the US and the biggest military training center in the country. Many immigration and border enforcement facilities are also located in the region. With Mexico just across the Rio Grande, a strong Hispanic culture has blossomed in El Paso. The city is host to the annual three-day Fiesta de la Flores, the oldest Hispanic festival in the southwest. The El Paso Museum of Art features works by prominent southwestern artists.
Interstate 10 dominates transportation for El Paso and the surrounding area. This major interstate connects the East Coast and West Coast from Jacksonville to Los Angeles. The city’s Sun Metro transit system operates a fleet of natural gas buses that serves all of El Paso.
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