Did you know that Nuevo Leon has 3 Magical Towns of the 132 that the Mexican Republic currently has?
They stand out for their stunning natural landscapes, their culture, and much more. And although Nuevo León only has 3, is very close to the territory of Nuevo León, there are more Magical Towns that you will surely want to visit as well.
Magical Towns near Nuevo León
1. Villa de Santiago
Founded in the 17th century, Villa de Santiago stands out for its colonial architecture that is framed by forests and mountains belonging to the Cumbres de Monterrey National Park.
All this forms a peculiar combination of history, culture, gastronomy and majesty of nature, in one place.
This is one of the favorite Magical Towns of Monterrey for rest and outdoor activities, since it is located only 30 kilometers from Monterrey.
2. Linares
are you a history buff? Linares is a place that will make you feel like you are inside a movie from the Spanish conquest era.
Here you will find a main square, which is surrounded by the main buildings that made the viceregal villas, with a baroque architectural style but with a novo-Hispanic seal.
This Magical Town of Nuevo Leon with cobblestone streets full of history is located only 127 kilometers from Monterrey.
best date to visit? At the end of July, when there is the Villaseca Fair, where you will find typical gastronomy, traditional music and many more surprises.
3. Bustamante
This Magical Town of Nuevo Leon is known as “The Garden of Nuevo Leon”, and is an oasis within the region.
Here you can taste the famous “arropado” kid, the wedding rice, and the sweet pies and desserts made with nuts from the region.
4. Arteaga
Arteaga is one of the Magical Towns near Nuevo Leon and is located only 90 kilometers from Monterrey and 18 kilometers from Saltillo.
This place is surrounded by wooded hills, vineyards and orchards, which makes it a perfect place to rest and enjoy nature.
The best thing is In winter you can enjoy the most famous ski resort in Mexico, Monterreal Forests one of the few places where it snows in Mexico.
5. Mier
Just a two-hour drive away is another of the Magical Towns near Nuevo Leon. Mier is located in Tamaulipas and is a beautiful colonial border town.
Founded in the 18th century, it still holds historical treasures belonging to a scene of war battles between Mexico and the United States.
6. Candela
Amidst beautiful forests and mangroves lies another of the Pueblos Magicos near Nuevo Leon and the last on our list.
Candela is a Magical Town that belongs to Coahuila and is famous for all of the above mentioned and for its Texan rodeos that surprise for the skill and dexterity of the riders.
Here you will also find hot springs and springs that are attributed with healing properties.