Also known as "Sultana del Norte" (Lady of the North), Monterrey is the capital city of the Mexican state of Nuevo León and it is located in the northeast area of the country. Nowadays, Monterrey is one of the main cities in the north area and even in the country.

Regarding the city’s urban development and the cultural life, they are both steeped in history and reflect the effort people of Monterrey devoted to become the country’s third most important city and the one that produces more than half the manufactured products exported by Mexico.

The city’s architecture successfully combines modernism and innovative architectural styles with old buildings in a colonial style that are still very well preserved.

Currently, Monterrey bears a great similarity to many cities of North America, especially when it comes to commercial activities and progress achieved.

Nevertheless, it is still one of the most conservative and most cultural cities in Mexico and the strong nationalistic feelings of its people are clear evidence of this.

Through Reservas.net it is possible to make reservations by phone or on-line for accommodation in Huts, Hotels, Apartments, Inns, Apart-Hotels or Resorts located in different spots of the city.

In order to experience an enjoyable and pleasant stay near your area of interest a hotel downtown Monterrey can be booked, or in different areas of the locality.

Blessed with endless attractions, such as architectural masterpieces, beautiful landscapes and green areas to visit, Monterrey is frequented by a wide variety of tourists. It is ideal for people who enjoy the city life as well as for visitors looking for peaceful areas away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.

The felicitous combination of history and modernism is reflected in the city’s streets. Also, colorful and natural landscapes can be enjoyed such as forests, canyons and wildlife refuges.

In the central area of the city the well known Gran Plaza or Mega Plaza (the Main Square) is located. One of the main attractions that can be found within this square is a seventy meters tall modern lighthouse that is lit when the sun sets. Moreover it is surrounded by important buildings such as one of the world’s best museums of Contemporary Art and a Cathedral built in the XVII century in a typical Baroque style.

Even sports lovers and people who enjoy challenges will hugely enjoy themselves, since it is possible to do sports such as climbing, cycling, and horseback riding along the large pine forests.

When the night falls, a broad variety of bars and restaurants become the chief attraction. Visitors can consult menus offering international food or typical Mexican dishes such as the famous flat maize pancake and fritada de borrego (lamb stew).

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Before going on your business or pleasure trip it is vitally important to learn about the cultural background and geographical features of your destination. Learning about the climate takes on great importance as well.

The city of Monterrey has a harsh climate. Temperatures drop considerably during the winter months and it becomes really hot during the summer. The annual average rainfall is 500 millimeters.

Between May and September heavy rains are quite frequent and the average temperature during this period is 22°C.

During the winter, temperatures drop as low as 13°C below zero, and it snows lightly mainly in the area of the “Sierra Madre Oriental” mountain range. In summer, on the other hand, temperatures reach 46°C in the shade.