Austin

Austin straddles the Colorado River in Central Texas, and its river corridor has shaped a state capital where downtown towers meet parkland and trails. The pink-granite Texas State Capitol, completed in 1888, anchors Congress Avenue and rises higher than the U.S. Capitol. South of the river, Zilker Metropolitan Park contains Barton Springs Pool, fed by natural springs and open for swimming throughout the year. Austin’s live-music character is carried by venues in districts including Sixth Street and the Red River Cultural District, while the University of Texas brings a major academic presence north of downtown. Continue through nearby webcams to explore different parts of Austin and Central Texas.

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