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Rio Grande Valley
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Rio Grande Valley
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This is the easternmost part of the famous Rio Grande River, which serves as the border with Mexico. Though quite urbanized, the region is renowned for its ornithology. You can also visit the Palo Alto Battlefield site, dating from the Mexican-American War.
Overview of the Rio Grande Valley
This is the easternmost part of the famous Rio Grande River, which serves as the border with Mexico. Though quite urbanized, the region is renowned for its ornithology. You can also visit the "Palo Alto Battlefield" site, dating from the Mexican-American War.
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- Type of place: secondary tourist region.
- Tourist interest: (worth a stop if you are in the area).
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- Population: 1,336,323 inhabitants (2014).
- Area: 12,619 km².
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- Website: http://riograndevalleytx.us