(KNUE-FM) When you’re looking for the best places in Texas, you need to always make sure that East Texas is in that conversation. Don’t get me wrong—all of Texas is fantastic and there are many wonderful places to visit or live. But if you’re truly wanting the best that Texas has to offer, you should be mentioning Tyler, Longview, and so many amazing small towns in East Texas.

Why People Love Living in East Texas

It’s not just one thing that makes East Texas fantastic: it’s a combination of so many things. Probably the most important part of East Texas is the genuine people; we are talking about some of the kindest people on the planet.

But don’t take their kindness for weakness, because you will find out quickly that East Texans will stand up for themselves.

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Why Small Cities Work Better

While you don’t have a gigantic city like Dallas, Houston, or San Antonio situated in East Texas, it’s okay, we don’t want to deal with that horrible traffic anyway. We have enough traffic as more people continue to flock to East Texas because it’s such a wonderful place to live or visit.

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What Makes East Texas Feel Like Home

Everyone will have their own opinion as far as the best places in Texas, but all the most intelligent people know that it’s found in East Texas. Let’s dive deeper into why East Texas is the best place to be in the Lone Star State.

Why East Texas is Better Than Anywhere Else in Texas

Here’s a great list of reasons why East Texas is the best part of Texas.

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Top Ten Mispronounced Towns in Deep East Texas

Some East Texas towns are a tongue twister in themselves. Correctly pronouncing others is just a matter of where you emphasize the syllable. Here's a look at the top 10 mispronounced towns in the Pineywoods.

Gallery Credit: Danny Merrell

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