Facts About Dallas

Based on the US statistical data, Dallas is ranked at position nine amongst the Largest cities in the US with a  population of 6,954,330.

It’s third when compared to other cities in Texas. Dallas also 300 miles towards the north of the Gulf of Mexico. Around 24.9 million tourists visit Dallas city, and visitors can book any of the 30,000 hotel rooms in Dallas.

Here are other interesting facts about Dallas that you should know

The State Fair of Texas

How often do you attend the State Fair of Texas? Do you have any information about this important event that happens in the State of Texas? Well, here is the fun fact, since 1886, Dallas has been hosting The State Fair of Texas annually. However, there were only five exceptions. 1942-1945, the event was canceled because of World War II (WWII). The 1918 State Fair of Texas also got canceled due to World War I (WWI).

Location: Fair Park; 1300 Robert B Cullum Boulevard; Dallas, TX 75210

DFW Airport

Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport has 17207acres (27sq. miles), Manhattan is only 22.82 Sq. Miles. It’s fascinating that DFW is ranked second largest Airport in the US and larger than Manhattan.  It’s the third-largest Airport by land area, worldwide.

Address: 2400 Aviation Dr, DFW Airport, TX 75261, United States

Opened: September 23, 1973

Dallas Zoo

Dallas Zoo is a famous tourist attraction with over 2000 animals, including 400 different species. But, does it sound unrealistic to say that it all began with just four animals? Yes, the city of Dallas brought in two deer and two mountain lions from Colorado into the zoo in 1888.

It is interesting to note how Dallas managed to be one of the award-winning zoos. After the four animals were brought in, they were placed in Pegs within the city park.

Address: 650 S R L Thornton Fwy, Dallas, TX 75203, United States

Opened: 1888