San Antonio is a city in Bexar County, Texas, located roughly 75 miles southwest of the state’s capital, Austin. It’s the seventh most populous city in the United States and the second most populated city in Texas. The population of San Antonio is 1.5 million and has been rising every year since 1990. As the city has grown in size, so too has its availability of corporate housing and furnished apartments. The main language spoken is English and the currency used is the US Dollar.
San Antonio was founded in 1718 when a Spanish expedition from Mexico set out to explore the land. This site became a stopping place en route from Mexico to Eastern Texas and the rest of America. During the latter decades of the 19th century, San Antonio became a major cattle centre, where herds were assembled before starting the Chisholm Trail to Kansas. In today’s day and age, San Antonio is a colourful blend of Mexican and Texan culture. At 150 miles from the Mexican border, the city serves as a popular commuting point for business travellers in need of corporate housing and serviced accommodation.
San Antonio is home to a thriving business community and boasts two Fortune Global 500 Firms. The main industries in this city are aerospace, bioscience, healthcare and defence, these industries coincide with the cities strengths. San Antonio has a long history of military service and the geographic location produces a workforce that’s adaptable and naturally inclined to working across cultures. Its growing business community is served by high-quality furnished apartments and temporary housing. San Antonio is also home to more than 130,000 students studying at the colleges and universities within the city.
There are many popular attractions in San Antonio including The Alamo Mission: a fortress and monument designated comprising a museum, artefacts and gardens. For nature, head to either the Japanese Tea Garden or San Antonio Botanical Gardens. And, for a peaceful walk, visit Leon Creek Greenway – which offers beautiful scenic views of the surrounding area.
San Antonio has good transport links. It’s linked by many roads which run to neighbouring cities, including Route 10 – which connects San Antonio and Houston. Route 35, meanwhile, links San Antonio to Austin.
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