Chapter 1
The city that marches to its own clock
Chapter 2
Alligators in the plaza and floating tacos
Chapter 3
Wild West shootouts and giant boots
YOUR GOAL
Master of Quirky secrets of El Paso
Ch 3 · Wild West shootouts and giant boots
sonia El Paso's Giant Cowboy Boots
Down in El Paso, a legend is true, Giant boots, size 328-D for you!
sonia A violent 1877 conflict erupted in the El Paso valley over who owned local dried salt lakes.
sonia El Paso International Airport hosts one of the world's largest bronze equestrian statues, which sparked massive protests.
Fun Fact
Boot capital: El Paso is officially known as the Boot Capital of the World, producing tens of thousands of handmade boots annually.
Glossary
cowboy boot (noun)
A sturdy leather boot with a high heel, a pointed toe, and a high shaft. In 1999, El Paso's Rocketbuster handcrafted the world's largest pair, measuring a massive size 328-D.
A sturdy leather boot with a high heel, a pointed toe, and a high shaft. In 1999, El Paso's Rocketbuster handcrafted the world's largest pair, measuring a massive size 328-D.
Quiz
How tall is 'The Equestrian' bronze statue located at the El Paso International Airport?
Quiz
What was the original purpose of El Paso's Wyler Aerial Tramway when it was built in 1959?
Quiz
Which mountain range contained the salt flats that sparked the San Elizario Salt War near El Paso?
Quiz
Which controversial Spanish conquistador is depicted in the giant bronze statue at the El Paso International Airport?