Cisco, Railroad city in Eastland County, Texas, United States
Cisco is a city in Eastland County, Texas, located at the intersection of Highway 183 and Interstate 20. The town sits surrounded by ranch lands and farmland at an elevation of about 500 meters.
The Texas and Pacific Railway founded Cisco in 1881, originally calling it Red Gap. The town was later renamed to honor banker John Jay Cisco from New York.
The community maintains traditional Texas values through regular gatherings, local business support, and annual celebrations of its heritage.
The city hall and administrative offices are located along Conrad Hilton Boulevard, offering various services to visitors and residents. This central location makes it easy to find municipal resources and information.
The Mobley Hotel opened here in 1919 as Conrad Hilton's first property, launching what would become an international hotel empire. This single acquisition set the foundation for one of the world's largest hotel companies.
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