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The Texas Hill Country is unique. It
has a special attraction to those who live there, and visitors often quickly catch a
glimpse of its magic. A trip to the Texas Hill Country, often identified with President Lyndon
Johnson, is unforgettable, especially in the Spring. The wildflowers
begin blooming at the end of March and last well into the Summer.
Peach
trees, red buds and Texas mountain laurel provide color early as well. The
red buds, that actually produce a flower more purple than red,
bloom early when there are no other leaves on the trees. They seem to float in the early
Spring landscape.
The hills of
the glorious Hill Country were formed by
the Llano Uplift, a geologic event far in the past. The rocks
were not tilted, but lifted up and then eroded as the seas receded. The geologic events
left a wide variety of rocks and soil conditions that has resulted in much diversity in
flora and fauna. Man has been attracted to the area for tens of thousands of years because
of the numerous springs, wildlife and natural building materials. These same conditions
also have limited the industrialization of the region preserving its uniqueness. As Leon
Metz has written, "So the Hill Country remains what author Elroy Bode called 'This
Favored Place'. The land has always brought out the best."
Llano, although
convenient
to Texas metropolitan areas, is deep in the Texas Hill Country and offers a great place to
experience its charm, beauty and mystery. The City of Llano offers many attractions and
activities
itself. Come enjoy a scenic drive on good roads to explore all of the Texas Hill Country. |
