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Austin, Texas
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Standing at 302 feet, the Texas State Capitol is 14 feet taller than its counterpart in the nation's capital.
The exterior of the Capitol is made from Texas pink granite, sourced from Granite Mountain near Marble Falls.
The grounds are home to the Treaty Oak, a historic live oak tree that is over 500 years old.
The statue is a symbol of freedom and was originally made of zinc before being replaced with a lighter aluminum version in 1986.
Upon its completion in 1888, it held the title of the tallest building in Austin until the mid-20th century.
The interior features stunning terrazzo floors with designs that include the six flags of Texas and the seals of the Republic of Texas.
The African American History Memorial, unveiled in 2016, honors the contributions and history of African Americans in Texas.
Completed in 1993, the Capitol Extension adds nearly 667,000 square feet of space, mostly underground, to preserve the historic landscape.
