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Austin Real Estate InformationIn 1838, Mirabeau B. Lamar, sent to scout for a site for the capital of the new Republic of Texas. He described the site on the Colorado River as “the seat of a future empire.” Austin became the capital of the Republic and then capital of the state of Texas. It has become not only the seat of political and governmental power, but the center of a knowledge empire.
Arts & Entertainment in the Austin CommunityAustin's arts and entertainment scene combines the best of world-class events with the hearty, community spirit of do-it-yourself art. Austin has its own professional symphony, ballet and opera companies; dozens of theaters prepared to “wow” you with old favorites or ground-breaking new dramas; dance companies, vocal ensembles, and orchestras producing events year-round. Art museums, galleries galore and beautiful gardens replete with sculptures ease and please the eye with so many enticing shapes and colors. Austin is hailed as the "Live Music Capital of the World," with hundreds of venues offering music of all genres and tempos. By the time spring rolls around, Austin is awash in arts festivals incorporating music, food, the great outdoors or the great club scene, and all facets of the arts. Did we mention food? Austin cuisine melds flavors from throughout the world, served in some of the friendliest restaurants around. Again, you might find yourself indoors at a swank club sipping your martini, or lakeside with your locally brewed beer. No matter how long you've lived in Austin, there's always something new to do. For newcomers, it's never too soon to start tasting that generous helping of Austin's unique entertainment scene.
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That site on the Colorado has proved welcoming to its 681,804 residents, who can enjoy the Hill Country scenery with the fast-running creeks, lakes and spring-fed swimming holes. Named “the Live Music Capital of the World”, Austin boasts more than 120 live music venues and a host of other cultural attractions.
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