Texas is a state that refuses to be normal, and its strangest corners are often the most unforgettable. Forget the Alamo or the Hill Country wineries for a minute — if you really want a story to tell, you need the weird, the whimsical, and the downright bizarre. Texas Travel suggests a start in Amarillo with Cadillac Ranch, where ten vintage cars are buried nose-first in the dirt like some kind of desert monument to excess. Don’t just drive by — grab a spray can, leave your mark, and feel the thrill of being part of a constantly evolving roadside masterpiece. A little westward whimsy can be found in Bandera, where cowboy culture meets prickly pear mania. Cactus candy, prickly pear jelly, and even margaritas await you, proving Texas knows how to turn the desert into dessert.
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by Steven Doyle
