Houston Information
Houston is affectionately known to citizens as the "Bayou City," is located on the southeast Texas coast of the Gulf of Mexico. Houston was founded by the Allen brothers in 1836, Houston boasts an interesting and extensive history, even serving as the temporary capital of the Republic of Texas after the War of Independence from Mexico. Today, Houston covers over 540 square miles and is the fourth largest city in the United States of America. Over 2 million people and 100 ethnic groups call the city home, spreading their unique heritage and influence out in every direction.