FORT WORTH, TX :: Fort Worth was once a major railroad town and shipping point for millions of livestock. The Stockyards district preserves this history and celebrates the spirit of the American West. Cobblestone streets, wooden sidewalks, rickity old saloons, and costumed cowboy characters are elements contributing to the theme. There's even a cattle drive that runs up the main street twice a day. Heck, you'll also find a rodeo and the world's largest honky tonk, Billy Bob's Texas.

In case you didn't know, a "honky tonk" was a cheap, noisy bar, dance hall and/or theater - a place where a cowboy could afford a drink, enjoy some entertainment, and participate in some general rowdiness. Today, I think it generally refers to any club that plays country music.

I stayed a while in the Stockyards to watch the herd, browse through the gift shops, and take some photos. Afterwards, I stopped by a few other attractions in Fort Worth, including the Water Gardens, the Marty Leonard Chapel and the Modern Art Museum.

looks like fun!