Howdy Partner, How Big is Texas REALLY? (Spoiler Alert: It's Yuge)
Texas, the land of ten-gallon hats, endless blue skies, and barbecue that'll make your taste buds do a two-step. But beyond the cowboy charm and friendly folks, there's one thing Texans are particularly proud of: the sheer size of their state.
They say everything's bigger in Texas, and guess what? When it comes to landmass, they ain't wranglin' no bull.
So, Just How Big is This Lone Star Whopper?
Texas boasts a whopping 268,596 square miles (695,662 square kilometers). That's big enough to fit California and Oklahoma in there with room to spare for a honky-tonk dance floor.
Now, this begs the question...
How Many Countries Could You Lasso into Texas?
This is where things get truly yeehaw. Buckle up, partner, because here's the jaw-droppin' truth:
- Most of Europe would be movin' in: Adios to tiny countries! With a few exceptions (cough, cough, Russia, you giant), most of Europe would be right at home in Texas. France, Germany, Italy? Y'all come on down!
- Texas: The 40th Largest Country (if it was a country, that is): If Texas decided to secede and become its own nation (don't get any ideas, Texas!), it would rank a respectable 40th in terms of size on the world stage. Not too shabby, huh?
Hold Your Horses! There Are Some Heavyweights Out There
Now, before you start planning a global Texas takeover, there are some land behemoths that would make the Lone Star State look like a dusty cowpoke hat:
- Russia: This Eurasian giant would dwarf Texas. Sorry, comrades, y'all are just too big for our boots.
- Canada: Our friendly neighbor to the north is another heavyweight. Maybe we can share a rodeo sometime?
- Brazil: This South American party animal is vast. Looks like we'll have to find another place to practise our two-step.
So, What Does This All Mean?
Texas is undeniably big. Like, really big. So big, in fact, that it could hold a hoedown for a good chunk of the world. But hey, even the biggest state has gotta respect its global neighbors. There's always somethin' bigger out there, even in a world filled with wide-open spaces.
Now, if you'll excuse me, I gotta go grab a slice of pecan pie. All this talk of Texas-sized things has made me hungry.
