HOUSTON

Texas was the 28th State in the Union

More than 145 languages are spoken by Residents

Houston was the capital of Texas between 1836 and 1839

“Houston” was the first word spoken from the lunar surface

First Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo started in 1932. The Rodeo has committed more than $575 million to Texas youth and education.

Texas Medical Center, was founded in 1943 and is now more than 40 independent institutions in 100 buildings on 670 acres in the world's largest medical center complex.

We have an under ground tunnel system for pedestrians that is 7 miles long and connects you to numerous Hotels, shops and office buildings downtown

Houston Galleria is the largest mall in Texas with over 375 stores, restaurants, a private health club and connects you to two hotels.

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The climate in Houston, Texas is humid subtropical, characterized by hot summers and mild winters with high humidity levels throughout the year. Average summer temperatures range from the high 80s to low 90s°F (30-35°C), while winter temperatures usually hover around the mid-50s to mid-60s°F (12-18°C). The city also receives significant rainfall, with most of it concentrated in the spring and fall months. The combination of heat and humidity can make for uncomfortable conditions during the summer months, but the mild winters provide a pleasant respite from the heat.

From energy and life sciences to manufacturing and aerospace, the Houston region offers a dynamic infrastructure to support these thriving, core industries.

Nearly 1 in 3 manufacturers in Texas call Houston home

Houston in home to 18 Forbes Global 2000 HQs

44 out of 113 US publicly traded oil and gas companies are in Houston

Houston in home to 500+ digital technology companies