Banquete, Texas

Banquete is an unincorporated community in Nueces County, Texas, United States. Banquete is located at the intersection of State Highway 44 and FM 666, 23 miles west of Corpus Christi.[1] Banquete should not be confused with Rancho Banquete, a census-designated place situated several miles west of the community.

History

Banquete was named for a four-day feast honoring the completion of a road linking San Patricio, Texas with Matamoros in the Mexican state of Tamaulipas. The community was also a stop on the Texas Mexican Railway.[2]

Education

The Banquete Independent School District serves area students. Their last graduating class consisted of fifty five seniors.

Climate

The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, Banquete has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps.[3]

Notable people

References

  1. ↑ Banquete, TX - Handbook of Texas.
  2. ↑ Banquete, Texas - Texas Escapes Online Magazine.
  3. ↑ Climate Summary for Banquete, Texas
  4. ↑ "About Konni". konniburton.com. Retrieved December 1, 2014.

Coordinates: 27°48′22″N 97°47′46″W / 27.80611°N 97.79611°W / 27.80611; -97.79611


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