# How do people live in Texas - a state where anyone over 21 can own a gun?

In the new episode of the section Oralarda necədir? ("How is it there?"), the story is about one of the largest states in the USA - Texas, located 11,425 km from Baku.

The state's population is approximately 30 million people, and it borders Mexico. Texas attracts with its nature, is known for tornadoes and tourist sites such as Bracken Cave and Big Bend National Park.

Children from an early age engage in rodeo, learning to stay on a wild bull for 8 seconds; winners of weekly competitions receive $500. They also develop breakdancing skills and DJ work in hip-hop classes.

In Houston, NASA offers engineers high salaries, and universities create opportunities for students to study and work simultaneously.

In Texas, there is a high level of public safety, however, anyone over 21 years old can become an owner of firearms.

Local residents consider themselves first and foremost Texans, and only then - Americans. Respect for traditions, friendliness, and an active lifestyle are key values of Texans.