Tarrant County, County of Texas in North Central region, United States.
Description
Tarrant County is a large administrative division in north Texas that includes Fort Worth and several surrounding cities. The area covers flat to gently rolling terrain with a mix of residential neighborhoods, commercial districts and industrial zones.
History
The county was formed in 1849 and named after Edward H. Tarrant, a lawyer and militia leader in early Texas. Fort Worth grew as a cattle trading center during the late 19th century and became the main administrative seat for the region.
Culture
Parks throughout the county serve as meeting places for families, sports leagues and weekend gatherings. The Fort Worth Botanic Garden and the Fort Worth Zoo draw visitors from across the region and function as cultural anchors for the community.
Practical
Visitors can use public transit or rental cars to travel between cities within the region. Most major roads and highways provide direct connections to different neighborhoods and points of interest across Fort Worth and neighboring cities.
Did you know?
The Stockyards National Historic District in Fort Worth preserves the atmosphere of the old cattle drives and still hosts regular rodeos and livestock auctions. Several buildings from the 19th century now house shops, restaurants and western-style bars.
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