The capital of Webb County, Laredo is a large port city in the south of Texas, and the central focus for trade with Mexico. A popular college city with thousands of domestic and international students studying across numerous further education establishments, Laredo benefits from a warm, dry climate year round, making it a focal point for sports and outdoor pursuits in the area.
For visitors to the city, Laredo has a great deal to offer. Steeped in traditional Spanish and Mexican cultural influences, Laredo has a number of exhibits and attractions, with the Rio Grande the focal point. The annual Washington's Birthday Celebration sees the city swamped with revelers marking the birth of George Washington, lasting for around a month. The festival is marked by several carnivals, performing arts shows and independent music events, and is perhaps Laredo's best-known tourist attraction.
