Monterrey is the capital of Nuevo León state in northeastern Mexico, the ninth largest city in Mexico, and a commercial center in northern Mexico. The city is highly developed and relatively affluent, ranking as the 63rd wealthiest city in the world.

Monterrey is considered the most Americanized city in Mexico, known for its rich and diverse history and culture. It boasts numerous picturesque natural landscapes and culturally rich tourist attractions. Must-visit places in Monterrey include the main square, commercial lighthouse, Monterrey Museum of Modern Art, Fundidora Park, and the Presidential Palace. Monterrey is an international metropolis with a variety of museums such as the Museum of Modern Art, Museum of Mexican History, Governor’s Palace Museum, Northeast Museum, Natural History Museum, Glass Museum, Monterrey Region Museum, Alpha Astronomy and Museum, Mexican Professional Baseball Hall of Fame, as well as the Nuevo León House of Arts, Cultural Center, and Civil Institute Art Gallery.

Specialties in Monterrey include “huevos con machaca,” a dish made with dried chicken, eggs, and sometimes spicy salsa, as well as “cabrito al pastor,” a delicious dish made with grass-fed kid goat, a must-try delicacy.

Monterrey
Reasons to Visit: Ninth largest city in Mexico
Continent: North America
Country: Mexico
State: Nuevo León
City: Monterrey