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La Porte, Texas
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Standing at 567 feet, the San Jacinto Monument is the world's tallest masonry column, surpassing the Washington Monument by 12 feet.
It marks the site of the Battle of San Jacinto, a pivotal event in the Texas Revolution where Texas gained its independence from Mexico in 1836.
The monument is crowned with a 220-ton, 34-foot star, symbolizing the Lone Star State of Texas.
The San Jacinto Museum of History, located at the base of the monument, houses artifacts and exhibits detailing Texas history and the battle itself.
The monument is constructed from reinforced concrete and faced with Texas limestone, giving it its distinctive appearance.
Construction began in 1936 as part of the Texas Centennial celebrations and provided jobs during a challenging economic period.
Visitors can take an elevator to the observation deck for panoramic views of the Houston Ship Channel and surrounding areas.
Architect Alfred C. Finn designed the monument, with the star being the work of sculptor Raoul Josset.
