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Texas, United States
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The Prairies and Lakes Region is located in the north central part of Texas. It is home to the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, the fourth largest metropolitan area in the United States. This region also has a beautiful countryside with ranches, "bed and breakfasts", and many recreational lakes. Whether you're looking for the excitement of a big town (shopping, dining, nightlife), or for a more leisurely time in the rural areas, you'll find it here in the Prairies and Lakes Region.
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Many of the buildings and features at the Institute complex will be open for viewing. Refreshments will be served.
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Waco · Regional · ACT
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Over 170 restaurants in 4 square miles (10sqkm).
Amusement parks and the Texas Rangers. "Fun Central"
Home of Texas' Lost Pines.
Brazos Valley. Home to Texas A&M University.
University town with a vibrant music scene and easy access to the Texas Motor Speedway.
The Arts, the dining, the nightlife... Dallas has it all.
"Where the West begins".
"The Birthplace of Texas Independence" Historical sites, festivals, good eats, and shopping
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