Houston Houston Houston is America's fourth largest city, due in large part to the shipping industry and the growth of the cotton and oil industry in Texas. It is the largest port in the world, that is not on the water. In this city, health care is a major industry.
Patients come for expert opinion and treatment from all over the world.
The Intercontinental Airport is a link to many major cities and countries, and Hobby Airport, provides easy access for domestic travelers and is close to the medical center. This is an international business center. Houston was the site of the recent World Economic Summit on the campus of Rice University and is the location of the 1992 Republican National Convention. There are high-rise office buildings, parks, sculptures and fountains, historic homes and landmarks throughout the city. The Houston Symphony performs in Jones Hall.