Laredo

Laredo lies beside the Rio Grande in South Texas, and its position on the United States–Mexico border has made it a major crossroads for trade and bilingual culture. Founded in 1755 as San Agustín de Laredo, the city preserves reminders of its early history in San Agustín Cathedral and the Republic of the Rio Grande Museum, housed in a former city hall. International bridges connect Laredo with Nuevo Laredo in Tamaulipas, while the World Trade Bridge is a key freight crossing in North American commerce. Lake Casa Blanca International State Park on the eastern side of the city provides a quieter waterside setting. Explore additional webcams nearby to understand how Laredo relates to the Rio Grande and South Texas.

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