What do you know about Austin, Texas?

F1 hit Austin, Texas this weekend and it got me thinking what do we know about this city?  With a population of 885,000 people, it is one of the best cities on the F1 circuit for excellent nightlife with 6th street being the place to start with its music venues and bars. 

Capitol building was once the tallest capitol building in the country and there is Barton Springs which is a natural limestone spring.

Famous residents both past and present include:

Janis Joplin

Robert Plant

Matthew McConaughey

Sandra Bullock recently put her $2.5 million home up for sale following her divorce from Jesse James although it is believed Sandra remains part-owner of an eaterie on 6th Street.  Unconfirmed rumours also stated that Kanye West has a condo in downtown Austin.

Right I am off to watch the racing.