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If you're a fan of natural wonders from around the world, then the Dallas World Aquarium is the place for you to visit if you want to experience them all in one place. Once inside, you'll embark on a world tour of the Earth's oceans and its unique bodies of water through exhibits and attractions. Encounter the bird's-eye view of the Secrets of the River Rainforest Exhibit, filled with birds, mammals, amphibians, and reptiles all living in harmony. Then check out the special South Africa exhibit that will transport you to the exotic land of Madagascar, where the permanent exhibits include fish, jellyfish, and coral from around the world, and visitors can even walk through a tunnel that runs through one of the large tanks, where you'll see sharks and manta rays swimming about.

If you're a fan of the classic TV show "Dallas," you won't miss the chance to visit Southfork Ranch and return to the world of JR Ewing and the rest of the Ewing family. The Ranch is open daily and offers visitors the chance to see memorabilia from the series, including the gun that shot JR, Lucy's Wedding Dress, the "Dallas" Family Tree, and Jock's Lincoln Continental. The tour begins at the Ranch Round-Up Visitors Center, where guests are picked up by a tram and taken to the famous Ewing Mansion. Along the way, knowledgeable tour guides provide a fascinating history of the Ranch, and guests can even see Texas Longhorns and American Quarter Horses. Whether you're traveling solo or part of a group tour, Southfork Ranch is open year-round and offers guided tours of the Ranch. In the "Dallas Legends" exhibit, visitors can see an exciting array of memorabilia from the series and relive some of its most thrilling moments.

If you're a fan of cutting-edge films, videos, and documentaries, you won't want to miss the annual four-day Dallas VideoFest every Fall at several venues. The festival is open to professional and non-professional filmmakers and specializes in independent, alternative, and non-commercial media. You'll  see hard-to-find works that are rarely seen on television, in movie theaters, or elsewhere, despite their artistic excellence and cultural and social relevance. It's a great opportunity to discover new and exciting voices in the world of film and media.