Killer Bee

The discovery of the first Africanized bee in the United States was found just outside Hidalgo in 1990. The fiberglass and steel insect, originally built as a float for Hidalgo’s Borderfest Parade, now sits adjacent to city offices at 704 E. Texano.

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More Things to Do

Leave room for the unexpected.

The best parts of a trip rarely show up on an itinerary.

Reynosa, Mexico

Reynosa is a charming Mexican city just across the Rio Grande. Several fine restaurants long…

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Take the detour.

The extra miles are often where the story begins.

Hidalgo Pumphouse Heritage & Discovery Center

Restored historic structure offers a hands-on experience and includes exhibits on the effects of irrigation…

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