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| The city of Houston was founded in 1836 by brothers Augustus and John Allen. The city is named after General Sam Houston, who led the Texas Army to its victory at the 1836 Battle of San Jacinto. In 1837, the city of Houston was incorporated into the Republic of Texas and served as its capital from 1837 to 1840.
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Houston has mild year round temperatures. With averages temperatures in winter reaching a low of upper 40's (ºF) and in the summer a high of mid 80's (ºF). Houston's minimal rainfall is fairly consistent lasting no more than a few hours at a time. There is also a very high humidity rate in Houston year round.
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With more than 30 museums, Houston is one the few cities with permanent ballet, opera, symphony and theater companies.
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With Houston being such a large international metropolitan area, the religions found here are equally as diverse. The city is home to over 40 different branches of religious groups.
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