1. Because the views from the 360 Bridge are breathtaking.
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2. Because what starts here changes the world.
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3. Because few things can compare to the pageantry, excitement, and storied tradition that is Longhorn football.
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4. HOOK 'EM!
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5. Because few streets can compare to the glory that is 6th.
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7. And you don't have to travel too far to experience the breathtaking beauty that is Hamilton Pool.
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8. Because Marley Fest always reminds you love is the most powerful force in the world.
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9. This is your view when you go out for a run.
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10. It's where you can enjoy the lake in the shadow of a blues music legend.
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11. Because where else are you going to have a literal oasis in your backyard?
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12. Because its food trailers are in a league of their own.
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13. And the vehicles are as eclectic as the city's residents.
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14. Because the music festivals it hosts are top-notch.
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ACL and the world-renowned SXSW.
16. And it's the biggest and baddest in the U.S.!
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18. And the BBQ is world-class.
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20. It's a place where sunset means being able to witness one of nature's greatest phenomena.
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In the summer 1.5 million bats emerge from under Congress Street Bridge every evening at dusk.
22. Because the live music venues are both numerous and iconic.
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23. Because Zilker Park is THE place to be.
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24. And Trail of Lights is the perfect and free way to celebrate the holidays.
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25. You don't have to travel far to witness top-level racing — just head to Circuit of the Americas.
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26. Because Krause Springs is the best and most beautiful place to cool off.
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27. Because the sunsets on Lake Travis look like this.
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28. Because Spider House Cafe is a legendary laid-back place to enjoy a drink and meal with friends.
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29. Because it's a city that stays true to its roots, and its rich history.
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Austin is home to the Texas State History Museum and historical sites such as Woodlawn and the Driskill Hotel.
30. Because Toy Joy brings out your inner child.
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31. It's a place where you never know just where you might experience incredible live music.
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32. Because nothing beats a free concert under the warm glow of the Texas summer sky.
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Blues on the Green is an ongoing free concert series every summer in Zilker Park.
33. Because when you walk your dog on Red Bud Isle, this is the view.
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34. Because few things take you back like a slice from Home Slice Pizza.
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35. Because it's a city where creativity can literally be found anywhere.
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36. And it's one of the few places where graffiti isn't looked at as a nuisance...
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38. Because where else are you going to find shops like the ones you find on South Congress?
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39. Oh, and its famous residents are truly one of a kind.
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R.I.P. Leslie.
40. Because you haven't had a true moviegoing experience until you've been to an Alamo Drafthouse.
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42. And most important of all, once you live there, you'll realize heaven isn't too far away.
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