5 Themes of Austin, Texas
By: Brooklyn Page
Location
Austin is located in central Texas, along Interstate 35. it is currently the 11th largest city in the Untied States and 4th largest city in the state of Texas.
Place
Austin is home to many natural springs. One of the more popular springs here is Barton Springs. This springs is a constant 70-degrees and people enjoy swimming in it year round. Barton Springs is located in Zilker park. This spring spring will give a real look into Austin's unique culture.
Region
This represents region because, it is how people all over the world perceive Texas. Texas was and is, proclaimed as the Cowboy Capital of the World. Ranching and herding animals has shaped Texas into the wonderful place it is now.
Movement
This represents movement because it explains why people come to Austin. Austin is the live music capital of the world. There are lots of different concerts each year played many big bands. Austin is also a place for you new artists to experience playing in front of live audiences. Along with music concerts there are also many festivals almost every night. if your looking for both a festival and music i would recommend Austin's City Limits Music Festival. This is one of Austin's largest events all year.
Human-Environment Interaction
This represents human-environment interaction because it explains how we as humans have changed the environment to meet our needs.
In Austin, as in many parts of the world, we as humans have changed the environment to better suite our needs. One way we have done this is by building the Mansfield Dam. Another way we have changed the environment is by creating roads that cut into the hills that cover Austin.
Work Cited (Pictures)
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