Realtor®
Network - Texas Real Estate
Your source for Real Estate in Texas. These participating Realtors are
here to serve you. For a specific recommendation contact the Ulrich Real
Group www.JonUlrich.com at 952-447-2286 or jon@jonulrich.com.
| Facts
About Texas |
| Capital |
Austin |

The flag was adopted as the state flag when Texas became
the 28th state in 1845. As with the flag of the United States, the
blue stands for loyalty, the white represents strength, and the
red is for bravery. |
| Nickname |
Lone Star State |
| Statehood |
December 29, 1845 (28th) |
| Origin of Name |
Based on a word used by Caddo Indians meaning "friends" |
| Motto/Slogan |
Friendship |
| Border States |
Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma |
| Largest Cities |
Houston, San Antonio, Dallas, El Paso, Austin |
| Land Area |
261,914 sq. mi.; 2nd largest |
| State Bird |
Mockingbird |
| State Flower |
Bluebonnet |
| State Tree |
Pecan |

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