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With over 300 days of sun, lush green valleys, striking Desert Mountains and endless blues skies, El Paso is like nothing else in Texas. Located at the southern tip of the majestic Rocky Mountains, the city is a vibrant mix of the wild Old West and colorful Mexican culture. The food, art and traditions are infused with the best of both worlds making it infinitely fascinating. Boasting more than 400 years of rich history to discover, El Paso is ripe for exploration.
El Paso Mission Trail: Start your day by exploring the Mission Trail and
discover the oldest continually active missions in the United States.
Located in El Paso’s Mission Valley, this trail is rich in history dating
back 400 years. The Ysleta and Socorro Missions and the San Elizario
Chapel remain as living testaments to the faith of our Spanish and Native
American ancestors.
Los Portales Museum and Information Center: Along the Mission
Trail, just across from the San Elizario Chapel, the museum and information
center are operated by the San Elizario Genealogy and Historical
Society. Exhibits focus on the rich and colorful historical legacies of San
Elizario, including the “First Thanksgiving,” Spanish presidio, San Elizario
Salt War of 1877 and El Paso’s first county seat.
Lunch at El Meson de Onate: Just a skip and a hop from the Socorro
Mission, El Meson de Onate provides an unforgettable experience that
complements the cultural Mission Trail. This local favorite will surpass
your expectations with its Comida Corrida (fast food). Favorites range
from Sopa de Fideo and Pico de Gallo, and don’t miss the famous Red
Enchiladas.
Licon Dairy: Only four miles down Socorro Road and famous for its
asadero cheese, this working dairy is certainly a crowd pleaser! It boasts
a very unusual petting zoo that includes exotic animals such as camels,
goats, zebras and parrots. For some added fun, fish for catfish in the
dairy’s pond.
Tigua Cultural Center and Museum: Founded in 1682, the Ysleta del
Sur Pueblo has over 300 years of history in El Paso’s Mission Valley.
Situated across from the Ysleta Mission, the Tigua Indian Cultural Center
promotes and educates the public on the Tigua culture. The Center’s
museum displays tribal artifacts, showcases tribal history and provides
visual displays and media regarding the Ysleta del Sur Pueblo. The Center
is also home to several gift shops featuring Tigua handcrafted pottery,
jewelry and fine art. On Saturdays and Sundays the tribal youth dance
group performs tribal social dances. Special events include bread
breaking and powwows.
Dinner at Cattleman’s Steakhouse: Visit this legendary Texas steakhouse
on a real working ranch. Enjoy a Western atmosphere, miles of
desert scenery and spectacular sunsets. This unique establishment provides
visitors with a truly remarkable experience that includes snake
pits, an Indian Maze, a lake walk, buffalo, longhorns, and much more.
And did we forget to mention, the steaks are the best in Texas!
Trip Highlights: - El Paso Mission Trail
- El Meson de Onate
- Licon Dairy
- Tigua Cultural Center and Museum
- Award-winning Cattleman’s Steakhouse
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