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Austin, capital of the state of Texas, is a dynamic, fast-growing city. Located on the Colorado River, it is surrounded by Lakes Travis, Austin and Lady Bird. Known as the "Live Music Capital of the World", Austin is home to a lively music scene and is famous for its South by Southwest festival, which attracts hundreds of musicians and artists every year. The city is also a major technology hub, nicknamed Silicon Hills, with headquarters and factories of major companies such as Dell, Apple, IBM and Texas Instruments. Austin is also a university town, with the main campus of the University of Texas boasting 50,000 students. In addition to its cultural and technological life, Austin also offers many outdoor activities thanks to its lakes and parks. The city is constantly growing and attracting more and more residents thanks to its dynamism and quality of life.