El Paso is located on the western border of the state of Texas, within easy reach of both Mexico & New Mexico. El Paso s population is 13,855. (2007) The city sits on the majestic Rio Grande River & the Franklin Mountains divide the city into two parts coming into the city from the north, with the downtown core reconnecting the city at the opposite end of the range.
It was known as the Six Shooter Capital in its early days due to its lawlessness. During the Civil War, Fort Bliss played a major role & today the Fort Bliss Museum & Study Center is home to the long history of this post. The Fort Bliss Replica Museum has rebuilt this post as it was during the late 1800 s.
Due to its picturesque scenery, El Paso has been used to film over 35 major motion pictures, most recently No Country for Old Men with Tommy Lee Jones and Javier Bardem. Movie stars born in El Paso, include Thomas Hayden Church, F. Murray Abraham and Debbie Reynolds.
Conrad Hilton built his first high-rise hotel here in 1930, The Plaza Hotel. Since 1936 the college football Sun Bowl has been held here. Revel in the city s 400 year history by taking a walking tour downtown. Shopping abounds & unique treasures can be found here. High quality leathers such as boots & purses as well as handcrafted jewelry with a Mexican flair with delight you.
El Paso International Airport is located 5 miles east of downtown El Paso.