Fiesta Texas operates in a former limestone quarry. The white, chalky stone used to build homes throughout Central and South Texas was mined from this and similar sites, leaving behind tall limestone cliffs that make dramatic backdrops for the park. San Antonio has a long history of reusing its quarries: the San Antonio Zoo and the Japanese Tea Gardens occupy a former quarry, using the walls to contain animals and grow subtropical vines.

Fiesta Texas showcases music, from '50s rock 'n roll and local Tejano sounds to oompah German tunes. The award-winning shows are interspersed with thrill rides, sure to bring a squeal to even the most jaded amusement park goers.

You'll enter the park through Los Festivales, styled with stucco buildings and rich with the atmosphere of Texas' closest neighbor. Wandering musicians play festive mariachi music and open-air shows feature Tejano and conjunto music. You won't find rides in this section, but you will see the park's largest theater: Teatro Zaragoza. A great place to save for the heat of the afternoon, the theater is home to the Festival Folklorico show, with swirling Mexican dances and traditional songs.
Los Festivales also provides a taste of Old Mexico. Pick up some churros (deep-fried dough doused with sugar) and roasted corn, or, if you're ready to take a break, enjoy a meal in the Mi Pueblito restaurant (reservations are accepted).

If one of you is a roller coaster fan, then you know about Crackaxle Canyon. This westernsection is the home of "The Rattler," which once held the title as the world's tallest wooden roller coaster. Lines can be long for this popular ride, so head here early for a jump on the crowds. The newer addition to the thrill ride offerings is the Superman Krypton Coaster, the largest steel and only floorless coaster in the Southwest. The ride takes guests through over 400 feet of spiral loops and corkscrew turns at over 70 miles per hour, all without a floor beneath.

A good place to escape the heat is aboard one of the park's water rides. Waterpark at Six Flags Fiesta Texas is entirely devoted to water rides, especially popular during the summer season. Some top offerings include Splash Wate Springs, a water pool with a slide, the million-gallon Lone Star Lagoon (the largest wave pool in Texas), and the Texas Treehouse, a five story treehouse complete with a 1,000-gallon cowboy hat that fills with water.

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