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Amarillo ( / ˌæməˈrɪloʊ / [6] AM-ə-RIL-oh; Spanish for "yellow") is a city in the U.S. state of Texas and the seat of Potter County. It is the 14th-most populous city in Texas and the most populous city in the Texas Panhandle. [7] . A portion of the city extends into Randall County.
Amarillo, city, seat (1887) of Potter county (and partly in Randall county), on the high plains of northern Texas, U.S. The chief city of the Texas Panhandle, Amarillo is located on a sandy playa, or dry lake bed, and the tawny colour of its soil lends the city its name (Spanish: Yellow).
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
Welcome to Amarillo, where rugged cowboy culture meets big-city sophistication. Ride horseback in the second largest canyon in the country, take a photo with one of the most recognizable landmarks in Texas like Cadillac Ranch and The Big Texan.
Apr 21, 2022 · Amarillo is a lively metropolis where the rustic charm of old-timey cowboys meets the modern sensibilities of a busy city. It is the biggest settlement in the Panhandle and is known by many nicknames, including Bomb City and Rotor City.
Apr 28, 2024 · Located in the Texas Panhandle, Amarillo offers travelers tons of Southern charm. The “Old West” vibe carries throughout the Texan city’s unique districts, brimming with historic buildings, vintage & antique shops, and quirky roadside attractions.
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