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MAJESTIC RIVERS, WATER PARKS, AND BEAUTIFUL ARCHITECTURE
The town was founded in 1753 with the name "Paso del Cántaro," making it the oldest in the border area. In the 19th century, steamboats arrived at Mier through the Bravo River, turning it into an important point in the region.
As you wander through its streets, you can breathe in its rich history and deeply rooted traditions, as Ciudad Mier is the country's oldest border town.
Mier is known for its production of clay in up to seven different colors, which is used to craft all kinds of objects such as pots, pans, and decorative pieces. Embroidery is also a typical craft in Mier, with beautiful designs made using beads, sequins, and glass stones. The bridal dresses made with this art are famous nationwide.
Located in the northeastern part of the state of Tamaulipas, near the border with the United States, Ciudad Mier is just 155 km (2 hours) northeast of Monterrey, 146 km (1 hour and 45 minutes) from Nuevo Laredo, and 112 km (1 hour and 25 minutes) from Reynosa.
Ciudad Mier
What to See in Ciudad Mier
Tourist Attractions in Ciudad Mier
Plaza de Armas (Main Plaza)
A tree-lined square with a beautiful octagonal iron gazebo characteristic of the Porfiriato era.
Parroquia de la Purísima Concepción (Parish)
Located in front of the Plaza de Armas and inaugurated in 1795. It has two unequal towers, with the tallest one added in the 19th century.
Edificio Consistorial or Casa de las Columnas (Town Hall)
Also facing the Plaza de Armas and dating back to the 19th century. The building has served various functions throughout its history, including being a jail, Masonic temple, and town hall.
Capilla de San Juan Bautista (Chapel)
A small temple built in 1835 with a sober coffee-colored stone facade.
Casa de los Frijoles Pintos (Pinto Bean House)
This building once served as a prison for Texan prisoners when they unsuccessfully tried to form the Republic of the Rio Grande. Its name comes from the use of "frijoles pintos" (pinto beans) to raffle among the prisoners who would be shot. Today, the building houses an interesting museum.
Other Attractions
Other interesting constructions include the Casa de la Cultura, built in 1864 with baroque decorations; the Casa de Justicia Mayor, built in 1850; the bridges of Juan Méndez, San Juan, and Hidalgo, dating back to the 1830s and 1850s, respectively; and the Casa de las Columnas.
What to Do in Ciudad Mier
Choose your Adventure in Tamaulipas
UNMISSABLE EXPERIENCES IN CIUDAD MIER
Enjoy Nature
Mier not only offers culture but also natural landscapes of great beauty with majestic rivers, spas, and abundant wildlife, perfect for hiking and enjoying nature.
Go Fishing
In the surroundings of Mier, there are three dams: Presa Falcón, Presa del Azúcar, and Presa Las Blancas, where you can go fishing. These large bodies of water are home to a variety of prized fish species such as black bass, carp, and tilapia.
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