La "M", Monterrey

Name: La "M"
Address: Monterrey, Mexico

#16 among attractions in Monterrey

Nature, Natural attraction, Rock

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The Cerro de Chipinque is a mountain in the San Pedro Garza García, Monterrey and Santa Catarina municipalities; state of Nuevo León, Mexico. The mountain is part of the Sierra Madre Oriental range and the Cumbres de Monterrey National Park. The summit reaches 2,229 meters above sea level. The mountain is a symbol for the Monterrey metropolitan area. The mountain is surrounded by Santa Catarina valley, San Pedro valley, mount El Mirador, la Silla river, Ballesteros Canyon and La Huasteca canyon. The “Parque ecológico Chipinque” is on the north slope of the mountain. ()

Local name: Cerro de Chipinque Elevation: 7313 ftCoordinates: 25°36'27"N, 100°22'30"W

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La "M" – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Palacio del Obispado, Plaza Fiesta San Agustín, Basilica of Guadalupe, Planetario Alfa.

5 miNE
Museum, Hispanic colonial architecture, Baroque architecture
Palacio del Obispado, Monterrey
128 min walk • Perched atop a hill in the bustling city of Monterrey, Mexico, the Palacio del Obispado stands as an emblem of historical grandeur and cultural significance. This baroque-style palace, built in the 18th century, is one of the city's oldest and most important landmarks...
3.8 miNE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Plaza Fiesta San Agustín, Monterrey
97 min walk • Nestled in the vibrant city of Monterrey, Plaza Fiesta San Agustín stands as a premier shopping center that caters to the diverse needs of its visitors. With its expansive array of retail stores, dining options, and entertainment venues, this bustling hub has become a...
5.1 miNE
Church
Basilica of Guadalupe, Monterrey
130 min walk • Nestled in the bustling city of Monterrey, Mexico, stands the Basilica of Guadalupe, a revered church that serves as a spiritual beacon to the faithful. This religious edifice is not only a place of worship but also a significant architectural marvel that attracts...
2.3 miNE
Museum, Science museum, Observatories and planetariums
Planetario Alfa, Monterrey
58 min walk • Alfa Planetarium was a planetarium located in Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico. This institution was created by ALFA in 1978 to promote science and technology in Latin America.
4.2 miN
Bridge
Puente de la Unidad, Monterrey
107 min walk • Puente de la Unidad or Viaducto de la Unidad is a cantilever spar cable-stayed bridge designed by Óscar Bulnes that crosses the Santa Catarina River and connects the cities of Monterrey and San Pedro Garza García in the Mexican state of Nuevo León.
3.8 miNE
Skyscraper
Torre Avalanz, Monterrey
98 min walk • The Torre Avalanz is a skyscraper building located in San Pedro Garza García, Nuevo León, Mexico. Its height is 548 ft. as the building has 43 floors, four are below ground, and 39 are above ground.
5.6 miW
Climbing
La Huasteca, Monterrey
142 min walk • Parque La Huasteca is a municipal park in Monterrey, Mexico and also the first established climbing area, only 20 minutes from the city center. With nearly 300 bolted routes with grades from 5.4 to 5.14, it is the favorite place for weekend climbers.
4.4 miN
Park
Oficinas en el Parque Torre 2, Monterrey
112 min walk • Oficinas del Parque Torre 2, it is one of Monterrey's tallest skyscrapers. Its construction began in 1996 and finished two years later, in 1998.
5.1 miN
Panoramic views above Monterrey
Mirador del Obispado, Monterrey
130 min walk • The Mirador del Obispado is located at the top of the Cerro del Obispado in the northern city of Monterrey, Mexico. It features the biggest bandera monumental in Mexico.
4.9 miNE
Church
Old Basilica of Guadalupe, Monterrey
126 min walk • The Old Basilica of Guadalupe is a Roman Catholic apostolic building in Monterrey, Nuevo León state, México. It is located in the metropolitan area, just outside the city's downtown.
4.2 miNE
Nature, Natural attraction, Rock
Cerro de la Loma Larga, Monterrey
108 min walk • Cerro de la Loma Larga, or Loma Larga, is a lower extension of the Sierra Madre Oriental, particularly of Cerro de las Mitras. located in the Monterrey, Nuevo León metropolitan area.