Explore El Paso, Texas
El Paso del Norte was founded on the south bank of the Río Bravo del Norte, (Rio Grande) in 1659 by Spanish conquistadors. At the time they used the land for agriculture.
The city's elevation is 3,800 feet (1140 m) above sea level. The highest point is the North Franklin Peak which stands at 7,192 feet (2,192m) above sea level and can be seen from up to 60 miles away in all directions. The Franklin Mountain range is also home the famous natural red-clay formation, the Thunderbird and the Franklin Mountains State Park the largest urban park in the US.
The weather in El Paso is an aird, warm climate with very hot summers (little to no humidity) and mild, dry winters. Temperatures range from an average high of 55°F (13°C), a low of 28°F (-2°C) in the winter – to an average high of 97°F (36°C) and a low of 68°F (20°C) in the summer.
A few sites to visit while in El Paso are; Abraham Chavez Theatre, Chamizal National Memorial , The El Paso Zoo, Fort Bliss, Franklin Mountains State Park , Cathedral Church of Saint Patrick, McKelligon Canyon, Magoffin Homestead, Plaza Hotel, Plaza Theatre, Union Depot, Ysleta Mission, The Tigua of Ysleta del Sur Pueblo Nation.
El Paso is served by El Paso International Airport and Amtrak via the historic Union Depot. Other airports include Horizon Airport and Santa Teresa Airport.
Did you know there are other cities named El Paso?
El Paso, Arkansas
El Paso, Illinois
