Monterrey, Birthplace of Ecotourism

Monterrey is a city fusion, it offers contrasting natural and urban settings, history and traditions converge with imposing buildings, innovative entertainment and cultural spaces, and imposing financial and industrial developments.
When you will go to Monterrey you must visit the ecologic park "Chipinque" is a natural paradise is just 20 minutes from Monterrey and seems totally removed from the big cities. It is a favorite spot for nature lovers and other visitors who are looking for a little peace and quiet.

The Macro Plaza is certainly the focal point of the city center. Throughout it´s 40 hectares extend a series of small squares containing fountains, benches, trees, parks, and monuments and historic buildings, among which the Lighthouse of Commerce, which dominates the landscape and is the most top Mexico. Here also are located Monterrey Cathedral, the City Theatre, the Esplanade of Heroes, the Government Palace, the Government Palace Museum and the Fountain of Life.

The "Parque Fundidora" it is a unique space of 123 hectares that combines history, recreation and entertainment plazas, walkways and gardens. The resort is home to two major event venues in Monterrey, also houses the House of Parrots, the Steel Museum Ice Rink and Mabe Fundidora.

The complex mountain system which stretches along Nuevo Leon is a great attraction for those who like strong emotions and beautiful natural scenery. This destination is home to waterfalls, incredibly large rocks, caves and high hills. The canyons in Nuevo Leon, not only offer an extraordinary view, they also are a challenge for even the most experienced sportspersons.
In the Cumbres de Monterrey National Park, the more adventurous can tour the Matacanes Canyon, one of the best places in the world to practice canyon climbing.
The El Salto and Laberinto canyons are just as beautiful, located in Cienega de González; here you will be able to rappel down from different heights, go zip-lining and swim in ponds. During the rainy season, you will find a spectacular waterfall in El Salto.
The Potrero Chico Canyon, one of the 10 best destinations in the world for climbing, is a real paradise for sportspersons. It is almost 2,953 feet high, and in addition to climbing and rappelling, you will be able to visit ponds, a slide made out of rock and beautiful waterfalls.

The Cola de Caballo (Horsetail) waterfall is perfect for a picnic or to go horseback riding.

Northern Mexican cuisine is usually very different from cuisine eaten in the rest of the country. Its semi-arid soil forced the Spanish settlers to import cattle, hence starting the tradition of the cattle ranches. Due to the meat's intense flavor, the sauces are milder than in the south and the central regions of the country. Another culinary difference is that when you eat a taco. The tortilla is made from wheat and not corn, which is typically the main ingredient of the tortillas in the rest of the country. Some of them are really big and are called "sobaqueras".

Monterrey restaurants' specialty is "cabrito al pastor", which is baby goat cooked slowly over mesquite coals, which gives it that special smoked taste. The locals say that if you haven't tried roasted baby goat, it's as if you had never been to Monterrey. Ask and get personal recommendations as to which part of the goat to choose to have an extremely satisfactory culinary experience. The tender "arrachera" beef is also typical of this region and it is an excellent alternative to the traditional meat cuts. You shouldn't miss the famous "machaca con huevo", which is a specialty made with pulled beef jerkey, fried with eggs, accompanied by wheat tortillas, and eaten usually for breakfast.

But in Monterrey you will find much more than meat-based dishes. The area's vast gastronomic offer will let you enjoy the most appetizing and varied dishes. While dining in Monterrey, you will find from restaurants that serve traditional Mexican food and tacos to French, Chinese or Italian cuisine, among a wide assortment of international specialties, in addition to a great number of American chain restaurants and well-recognized fast-food spots.

Dining in Monterrey will be a great experience and won't hurt your wallet. Even the most sophisticated Monterrey restaurants have more competitive prices than the ones at the beach resorts and many of them offer, as an added plus for their customers, entertainment and live music in the evenings