Tampico Sights and Landmarks Guide, Mexico

The city of Tampico is famous for huge numbers of tourist hot spots it possesses. At one time, you will surely become confused when you will be asked to chose from the lengthy list of tourist spots. If you like history, you can visit various museums of Tampico or walk leisurely around the historical center of Tampico. On the other hand, if you want to enjoy the beauty of nature then go check the various beaches, or Carpintero Lagoon.

While in the city of Tampico you will get the chance to visit various sandstone pyramids, classical monuments which bring history right in front of you, and beautiful architectural designs which make your trip a memorable one.

“Las Flores Pyramid” is a proof of Huastecan Indians who used to live in this area. It was between the year 600 A.D. and 1200 A.D. when these Huastecan Indians used to live in the proximity of Pánuco River. Although most of the monument is now dead, you can observe the major erection of the monument which was actually the place where around 40 different monuments of pre - Hispanic times used to exist.

Plaza de la Libertad (or the famous Liberty Square) is another happening tourist hot spot in the city of Tampico. This monument is located in the heart of the city and hence it isn’t too tough for the tourists to visit. Along with this massive structure, you get the chance to visit other famous buildings that have been manufactured around this it. Some of the famous ones are the Best Western Gran Hotel Sevilla and Internal Revenue Service. The architectural design of both monuments is the major reason why they have become so famous.

Plaza de Armas (also known as The Armory) is famous for its beautiful balconies and its awesome architecture. Other famous monuments like the City Hall, Inglaterra Hotel, and the Social Welfare Ministry are also situated in the proximity of The Armory.