Austin is the capital of Texas. It’s the 11th most populous city in the Units States with a population of roughly 1 million people, known as Austinites. The official slogan of Austin is “The Live Music Capital of the World” appropriate for its many musicians, live music venues and music festivals. The city has a very diverse population with a large mix of government employees, college students, musicians, high-tech workers and a vibrant LGBT community. Austin is home to the largest bat colony in North America. Roughly 1.5 millions bats emerge from under the Ann W. Richards Congress Avenue Bridge just before sunset between March and October. Austin enjoys mild winters, warm transitional seasons and very hot summers.
