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(Dallas, Texas - TX, USA)



The city of Dallas, Texas (TX) is often affectionately known by locals as the 'Big D' and Dallas is located in the northwestern part of the Texas state. Dallas dates back to the 1840s, when it became a major financial center in this part of America. Made famous by the tragic assassination of President John F. Kennedy in Dallas' Dealey Plaza and the extremely popular Dallas television show in the 1980s, Dallas is also known for its major sporting achievements by the Dallas Cowboys - who have won the Super Bowl several times.

There is so much more to Dallas than just striking, mirrored-glass skyscrapers, business centers and banking, and Dallas has developed into a lively and exciting tourism destination, filled with tourist attractions, fine restaurants, impressive shopping centers, a thriving nightlife and many seasonal events, such as the annual Texas State Fair.




There are a large number of well-stocked Dallas tourist information outlets, which can be found in and around Dallas city center, and also at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). These Dallas tourist information outlets provide a wealth of tourism and tourist information, including indepth information about Dallas' many tourist attractions, museums, restaurants in Dallas, public transportation, maps of Dallas and Texas, and general Dallas tourism and tourist information. The main tourism center in Dallas is the Visitor Information Center of Dallas Convention and Visitors Bureau, which is situated in the historic Old Red Courthouse and South Houston Street.

Dallas incorporates a number of surrounding areas and towns, including nearby Fort Worth, and features one of the largest selections of hotels in Texas (TX), USA. Hotels in Dallas are located in Downtown Dallas - close to the impressive Dallas Convention Center; Central Dallas - containing many accommodation options nearby the Dallas Market Center; and in North Dallas - often particularly convenient for business travelers. There are also a number of hotels near to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). Major districts and regions in Dallas include Arts District, Deep Ellum, Greenville Avenue, Swiss Avenue Historic District, University Park, Uptown and the West End. More information on Dallas Hotels.

Dallas has many world-class tourist attractions, including the American Airlines Center - an important sports and entertainment complex in downtown Dallas; the Dallas World Aquarium - featuring more than 85,000 gallons of salt water filled with sea creatures and marine life from all over the world; Dallas Zoo - home to one of America's best exhibits of African animals; Fair Park - a National Historic Landmark containing Art Deco buildings and amusement venues; the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Gardens - beautifully landscaped gardens containing mature trees and plants; and the J. Erik Jonsson Central Public Library - standing in the Arts District, the city's main public library containing a vast collection of books and local artifacts.

Other popular tourist attractions in Dallas include the Bank of America Tower - the tallest building in the city, with 72 stories; Dallas City Hall - a dominating building with a stylish water feature; Old City Park - a charming historic village featuring authentic, restored buildings; the Old Red Courthouse - in downtown Dallas, one of the city's most famous landmarks built in 1892 from red stunning sandstone; and Reunion Tower - an instantly recognizable landmark, with a distinctive dome and observation tower. More information on Dallas Tourist Attractions and Dallas Landmarks.

Tourist attractions located close to Dallas include the Forth Worth Gardens - a breathtaking 'urban gorge' that features waterfalls, cascading fountains and a sculpture garden; the Six Flags over Texas Amusement Park - a vast park, located in Arlingtion - midway between Dallas and Fort Worth; the Southfork Ranch - most famous for being the main film set of the legendary TV series Dallas; and White Rock Lake - a popular weekend destination, ideal for running, cycling, hiking, birdwatching, fishing and boating.

Dallas also features many top museums and art galleries in Dallas city center, providing interesting information on the history of Dallas. Some of the major museums and art galleries in Dallas include the African American Museum - believed to house best collection of African American art and folk culture in the southwest; the Age of Steam Railroad Museum - situated in the spreading Fair Park grounds outside of Dallas; the Dallas Museum of Natural History - an impressive museum with extensive collections of dinosaurs, exhibits of animals, and rocks and minerals; the Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza - probably the most famous of the Dallas museums, covering the assassination of John F. Kennedy; the Dallas Museum of Art - the city's premier art museum, with a magnificent collection of African, American, European, and Asian arts; the Kimbell Art Museum - containing art dating back to late antiquity up to the 20th century; and the Sir Richardson Collection of Western Art - attracting over 50,000 visitors each year. More information on Dallas Museums and Dallas Art Galleries.

Dallas Airports Guide - useful Dallas Airport (DFW) information.

Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL) Guide - useful Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL) information.

More Dallas Information / Fast Facts and Orientation

• Country: United States of America (USA)
• Location: Dallas County, Texas (TX)
• Status: city, county seat
• Area: approximately 343 square miles / 888 square kilometers
• Population: approximately 1.2 million
• Language: American English
• Currency: US Dollar (USD)
• Time zone: GMT - 6 hours Central Standard Time (daylight saving time is observed)
• Country dialing code: +1
• Telephone area code: 214, 469 or 972
• Religion: various religions
• Average daily January temperature: 13ºC / 55ºF
• Average daily July temperature: 34ºC / 93ºF

 
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