Point of interest
San Jacinto Battleground State Historic Site
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Tips from locals
Corey
June 2, 2021
This monument is where Texas won its independence from Mexico. It's the world's tallest war memorial —15 feet taller than the Washington monument—honoring all those who fought for Texas's independence. a 220-ton star tops the impressive structure. Within site of the monument is the Battleship Texas which is available for visit as well.
Jessica
December 16, 2020
On a chilly April afternoon in 1836, this strip of coastal prairie rang with the boom of cannon, crack of musket fire and shouts of “Remember the Alamo!” and “Remember Goliad!” Despite being outnumbered, General Sam Houston’s army of settlers, Tejanos and foreign volunteers decisively defeated General Antonio López de Santa Anna’s forces and won Texas’s independence. Today, the 1,300-acre site, San Jacinto Museum of History and the 567-foot tall San Jacinto Monument celebrate their sacrifice and victory.
On a chilly April afternoon in 1836, this strip of coastal prairie rang with the boom of cannon, crack of musket fire and shouts of “Remember the Alamo!” and “Remember Goliad!” Despite being outnumbered, General Sam Houston’s army of settlers, Tejanos and foreign volunteers decisively defeated Gener…
Greg
April 2, 2017
Visit the battle ground where Sam Houston defeated Santa Anna in 1836. Great monument and tour.
George
January 29, 2017
Historic Battleground where Texas won its Independence from Mexico. Museum and Monument larger than the Washington Monument.
Frank
July 27, 2022
The birthplace of Texas! The monument is taller than the national monument. Check out the observatory at the top of the monument. Be sure to check out the Monument Inn seafood restaurant which is down the street from this Monument.
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Location
3523 Independence Pkwy
La Porte, TX