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Besides museums and historical attractions, you can see a lot of beautiful monuments of the modern architecture in the city. One of the most beautiful buildings in the city is the skyscraper called Heritage Plaza built in 1984. It is 232 m in height. The skyscraper had been built for about 3 years. Since the start of construction and until 2002, the building had considered the most complex in Houston. Today, as many … Open 
Advices for travellers
6. Foreign guests would need an international driver's license and a credit card used for depositing to rent a car. Some car rental companies may deny service to those under 21 years, while others require renters to be at least 25 years old. 7. Despite the ubiquity of mobile communications, street phone booths are still relevant and popular in Houston. They represent the best way to make long-distance and … Open
Traditions and mentality of Houston
The cultural calendar of Houston also has quite unusual holidays. In late June, the night gay pride parade is held; it is one of the most exciting and colorful festivals that are of interest for foreign visitors. This is only a small part of the fun activities that can be seen in Houston. Every two years, Houston hosts one of the most famous festivals in the world of art, Bayou City. This art festival is … Open
Cuisine and top restaurants
Travelers accustomed to rest in relaxed and lively atmosphere would enjoy the Chama Gaucha Brazillian Steakhouse. It serves excellent meat dishes and a lot of interesting exotic salads. The restaurant also has a decent wine list. Those who can’t imagine a meal without their favorite sushi are recommended to dine in the Uchi restaurant specializing in Japanese cuisine. Regulars call it the best in its category. … Open
Attractions and active leisure
Galleria is considered the most popular shopping center of Houston. This is a large-scale shopping and entertainment complex, where, in addition to hundreds of trade stands, there is an ice skating rink, a variety of cafes and restaurants, as well as cozy seating areas. Rice Village shopping center and The Urban Market, where you can buy a lot of interesting souvenirs, are also popular among foreigners. There are … Open
Cultural excursion through Houston - things to see
Much of the cultural institutions of the city are devoted to important historical events; among them there is the Holocaust Museum Houston. There is also a suitable place in the Houston area for the little ones, as the city has the great Children's Museum of Houston; the tour there is sure to be entertaining and informative. Among religious sites, Rothko Chapel has to be noted; it is close to the museum district. To … Open
