This strategically-placed fountain creates the magnificent illusion of mustangs galloping across a river.

Controversially claiming the title of world's biggest bass drum, UT's Big Bertha was once made radioactive by the Manhattan Project.

Home to an endangered salamander, a full moon celebration, and a large spring-fed outdoor swimming pool.

A priceless work of art created by the saint's own blood sister hangs in a San Antonio basilica.

This stone windmill marks an old, mysterious homestead in what is now central Austin.

This massive oak tree has ties to the first native tribes of the region and the founders of Texas.

This constitutionally sound Muffler Man harkens back to the days these attractions were a must-see.

The petroleum industry brings you the joys of hydrocarbons and largest collection of antique oil rigs in the world.

Locals dubbed it the "Owl Building" because of its bird-like appearance.

The only nuclear weapon assembly and disassembly plant in the U.S.

The quirky gift from West Berlin for the 1968 World's Fair still stands in Hemisfair Park.

This simple frog painting created by musician Daniel Johnston embodies the spirit of Austin.

Legend has it the commander of the defenders drew a fateful line in the dirt with his sword just before the final battle.

Colorful curls of hand-blown glass form a captivating tower in San Antonio's Central Library.

Modern technology and live displays tell the story of the Pacific during WWII for the Internet generation.

A "Texanic" (gigantic Texas) collection of Art Deco architecture at Dallas' historic Fair Park.

This hidden sculpture garden full of Wild West art is one of San Antonio's best-kept secrets.

Belly up to the bar in Cowtown, don't forget to buy some boots.

The top of a giant mesa, just outside of Amarillo, appears to float in the sky above.

The highest point in Texas is capped by a big silver pyramid.

These half-buried combine harvesters just off Route 66 are an homage to the Cadillac Ranch.

A small car graveyard sits in the shadow of the famous Cadillac Ranch.

Life's work of sculptor Elisabet Ney remains preserved in her last studio.

Steep canyon walls hide a forested oasis in the West Texas desert.