Houston
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Obec / Město
Summary
Houston is the largest city in Texas and a major economic hub in the Southern United States. It was founded in 1836 near the confluence of Buffalo Bayou and White Oak Bayou. The city is named after General Sam Houston, a former president of the Republic of Texas.
Statistics
Area
1,724.54 km²
Population
2,304,580