Tyler, TX has been nicknamed the "Rose Capital of America" because of its large role in the rose-growing industry; about 20% of commercial rose bushes produced in the U.S. are grown in Tyler and Smith County and more than half of the rose bushes are packaged and shipped from the area. It boasts the nation's largest municipal rose garden and hosts the Texas Rose Festival each October, which draws more than 100,000 spectators.

Tyler is home to Caldwell Zoo, several museums, 2 lakes, and numerous golf courses. On the shores of nearby Lake Tyler is the 2005 HGTV Dream Home. The 6,500 square feet house briefly boosted tourism and interest in the community.

Tyler's higher education institutions include the University of Texas at Tyler, Tyler Junior College, and Texas College.


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