Monterrey

Monterrey: A City that Sets the Course of Mexico's Business and Commerce

The variety of proposals for the traveler in Nuevo León combines many different facets: nature and modernity, tradition and adventure, food, and a cosmopolitan atmosphere. A must-see is its capital, Monterrey, where modernity and history converge in the same space.

Sightseeing in Monterrey: A Highlight of Monterrey, Mexico. Photo by Cande Westh / Unsplash

Monterrey is an authentic expression of the effort and tenacity of the people of the state of Nuevo León. The city is a bastion from where much of the creative and transforming impulse of Mexican industry and commerce is channeled. And a cradle of great men who have fought to make Mexico an even greater country. Monterrey is undoubtedly the Mexican city that sets the course of national business activity. It is also an ingenious synthesis of work and environment, which struggles daily to consolidate a city at the height of its importance.

How to get to Monterrey

Nestled in the middle of a secluded valley with the unique "Cerro de la Silla" on one side and "La Mitra" on the other, and on the banks of the unpredictable Santa Catarina River, stands the majestic city of Monterrey, also known as "La Sultana del Norte" (the Sultana of the North).

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Natural gas is fueling nearshoring in Nuevo León.

New Addition to the Monterrey Interport Gas Terminal

Nuevo León's new natural gas terminal will power up nearshoring, add 30% more supply capacity, and reduce reliance on imported oil. The terminal is a boon for the Monterrey Interport and a milestone for the state's infrastructure.

The sun sets behind Cerro de la Silla, casting a golden hue over Monterrey's iconic Great Plaza.

Beyond the Shadows of Monterrey's Iconic Peak

Experience Monterrey: A city where colonial charm and modern design coalesce. The Great Plaza stands as a testament to its rich history and art. As a premier industrial hub, it beckons as a nexus of business and culture, all under the watchful eye of Cerro de la Silla.

How to get to Monterrey

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