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"Besa: Muslims Who Saved Jews During the Holocaust"

Albania, a European country with a Muslim majority, succeeded where other European nations failed in dealing with Nazi Germany. Almost all Jews living within Albanian borders during the German occupation -- those of Albanian origin and refugees alike -- were saved. In a five-year project, Colorado-based photographer Norman Gershman set out to collect the names of righteous, non-Jews who saved Jews during the Holocaust. He discovered that some of the names were of Albanian Muslims. Holocaust Museum Houston.

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Lodging

Lodging

Whether you like quaint cabins, five-star hotels or even rustic dude-ranch digs, there’s always a place to sleep in style.

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Podcast Walking Tours

Podcast Walking Tours

The best way to explore Texas is to go where the locals go. And we’ll tell you exactly where that is. Just download our podcast walking tours, head out on foot and listen. It’s a genuine Texas experience, one step at a time.

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Texas Videos

Texas Videos

From the diverse beauty that surrounds you to the unique people you meet along the way, everything about Texas beckons you to visit. So think of these as more than videos: they’re an invitation to visit the place we’re proud to call home.

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Attractions

Attractions

Adventure sports, cultural exploration, live music... the list goes on and on. Here, there’s always an attraction to fit your vacation style.

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Jul 17, 2009 - Apr 4, 2010

Featured Event

Looking for something unique and exciting to do on your Texas vacation? We have so many events, the action never stops.

"La Traviata"
Mar 2, 2012 - Mar 3, 2012

Civic Center Theatre.

City: Lubbock
Region: Panhandle Plains

Major & Unique Events

Upcoming Events

From the Panhandle to the coast, El Paso to Texarkana, there’s always something going on in Texas. Check back often to keep up-to-date on our Upcoming Events.

Feb 9, 2012 - Feb 9, 2012:
"Riverdance"

Feb 9, 2012 - Feb 9, 2012:
Daddy/Daughter Date Night

Feb 9, 2012 - Feb 9, 2012:
Valentine's Day Library Fundraiser Concert

Feb 10, 2012 - Feb 10, 2012:
"Much Ado About Nothing"

Feb 10, 2012 - Feb 10, 2012:
Date Night with Keith Urban

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