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Since architect Robert Hugman designed the
original "U" shaped canal that led away from the channelized portion
of the San Antonio River several other "tributaries" have been added
to incorporate other attractions into the River Walk.
The first expansion was an arm to the
Alamo and a Hyatt hotel. A latter "T" shaped canal was added
to connect the new convention center, RiverCenter Mall (pictured)
and a Marriott.
Though you can't see the bottom, all
the canals themselves are only several feet deep and have a muddy
bottom. Once a year they are drained, I suspect for repairs.
This event triggers the "Mud Festival" which, as you can imagine, is
quite a mess! |
