For cattle ranchers, Fort Worth was the last and probably the main stop where they could get a proper rest. From 1866 to 1890 alone, more than 4 million cattle were driven through Fort Worth, which was known as "Cowtown" or cow town. This town had its own, highly questionable fame, neighborhood of several blocks where all of Fort Worth's entertainment was gathered and the place was known throughout the west as "the devil's asylum. Thanks to investments by big Boston businessmen, in the late 19th century Fort Worth began to grow with new buildings, telegraph and railroad offices, and various business offices. Today every Friday and Saturday the famous Stockyard rodeo takes place. In the heart of Stockyard, you'll find the National History Museum and the Fort Worth Coliseum where you can conveniently watch a variety of cowboy shows and have your picture taken in the Western style. You'll have the opportunity to take a fascinating ride on Texas Thoroughbreds or ride the vintage railroad on a locomotive that still has that Victorian, old time feel to it. It will be a real journey back in time!
 
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