Monterrey

This fast paced American style Mexican metropolis is where I am calling home for the next 5 months.
I arrived August 1 to start studying at the acclaimed Tec de Monterrey.


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First impressions- OK, so am I in MEXICO? It really doesn't have that stereotypical feel of the Colonial towns in the south of Mexico but you can still find many Mexican icons.



1. Taco stands littering every corner.




2. Crazy drivers, and even crazier taxi drivers.




3. Narcos- http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-10977501



4. Cerveza, mojitos and even chilli cerveza



5. Football pride



6. A strongly Catholic society



But what sets it apart from the majority of the rest of Mexico is money. People here are generally wealthy, and the neighbouring town of San Pedro boasts the most expensive street in all of Latin America! Their malls are impressive, the cars are monstorous and their clothing smothered in brands.



Well thats at my University anyway. It is the most expensive University in all of Mexico!



But what is there to do here- Well downtown you can visit Macroplaza, the biggest plaza in the world. You can stroll the main drag Morelos, for some pretty tacky clothing and shops. Or you can visit te Barrio Antigua where you can see many cute cafes and bars and gift shops. But be careful here! Dont walk alone.



Then take yourself to the beautful and peaceful Paseo Santa Lucia which stretches all the way to Parque Fundidora- and urban park with anything you can think of.



Then for dinner head to Monterrey's most famed restaurant El Rey de Cabrita (King of Baby Goat) for the most typical dish here, baby goat.



To finish up the night there are plenty of bars in Barrio Antigua, but my favourite La Rambla is is the suburb of Valle Primavera. The litros for 65 pesos are awesome and regular karaoke nights are always fun!!

Overall, Monterrey is a safe city, but you must take precautions. Don't walk alone at night. Don't carry too much cash or electronics. And stay to the main areas, don't go to the suburbs.

I will update you when I discover more of Monterrey's hidden gems!

Viva Mexico!