The cute little town of Bandera Texas known as the Cowboy capital became the “staging area for the last great cattle drives of the late 1800’s.”
’”The cypress trees that outline the course of the Medina River brought the first permanent settlers to Bandera. A mill that sawed cypress shingles was established here in 1853. In 1855 sixteen Polish families immigrated to Bandera to work at the mill. The Polish heritage is evident in much of the town’s architecture. A fine example is the St. Stanislaus Catholic Church, second oldest Polish Catholic Church in the U.S”. -www.banderacowboycapital.com
It has now become a big tourist attraction but has not lost it’s home town feel! You can find lodging, horse back riding, shopping, hunting, museums, ranch tours, wineries & craft beer, nature sites, nightlife, eateries and events that take place monthly.
It makes for the ultimate girls day out and is one stop shop! My friend Precious and I recently visited Alex’s new salon since it was time for me to get my hair done. Prior to my appointment we stopped at The Cracked mug to grab some coffee! (Owner: Robin Wood) They have two locations. One in Helotes and now in Bandera! Its the cutest little coffee shop and the coffee and customer service was awesome!