If we had to describe this progressive region in the broadest manner possible, surely it would be the simplest of expressions: capability to adapt.
It is known as the Comarca Lagunera (Laguna Region) due to the fact that the Nazas and Aguanaval Rivers flow into the region forming the lagoons. This southeast region of the state, whose long history is characterized by its bold strength to surpass adversities and establish itself as what it is today: a territory that demonstrates in its agricultural, industrial and cultural leadership what nature and man can achieve together.
Lying beyond a city that offers complete and excellent quality services to tourists is this enormous cultural richness, represented by its history, art and customs. When a destination is not subjected to a predisposed seasonality for tourism, when it attracts its visitors in a natural and spontaneous manner, and when it succeeds in being attractive everyday and offering many different things to do, we can say it has everything.
Torreón, which began its growth in 1893, has established itself as an original symbol of Mexico allowing visitors the ability to get to know the most unique faces of our country. Even better, it puts it all within your reach.
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Traditional and relaxing gathering point where people, past and present, meet in its historic buildings made up of hotels, government offices and banks. |
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| Juárez, V. Carrillo, Morelos and Cepeda |
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This appreciated Spanish Renaissance style structure from the first decade of the twentieth century preserves relevant historic events. A sample is the mark left by a cannon strike, which still can be seen in its façade. |
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| Juárez, between Cepeda and V. Carrillo |
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| Tues.-Sun., 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
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The neoclassical image of this property, built in 1911, is an excellent example of the architectural splendor that the Porfirian style characterizes. |
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| Cepeda and Juárez |
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| Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
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Built by the estate of Carlos Arocena, this building stands out amidst its surroundings. French style elements such as Art Nouveau and Art Deco adorn its façade. |
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| Cepeda and Hidalgo |
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| Tues.-Sun., 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. |
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This house was constructed a century ago by the engineer Federico Wolf as his home. Now, it houses an exhibit of period furniture, art galleries and an outdoor forum for artistic events. |
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| Calz. Industrial and Blvr. Revolución |
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| Tues.-Sun., 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. |
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Construction began on this ambitious and beautiful architectural project in 1928 by don Isauro Martínez. Its structure, described as Gothic, Byzantine and Moorish, possesses an exquisite pictorial decor with an oriental flair done by the Valencian artist, Salvador Tarazona. The theater holds 700 people and is home to the Coahuila Chamber Orchestra. |
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| Matamoros and Galeana Sur |
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| Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
and 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. |
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Fitting with the city, this extension of nature incorporates cultural spaces (i.e., the municipal public library), art (i.e., sculptures) and recreational areas (rides and basketball courts). |
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| Matamoros and Galeana Sur |
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Since 1976, this modern cultural facility has housed, in its various rooms, an ethnographic sample of the first inhabitants of the region and an archeological collection from the same period. It also has an exhibit hall, auditorium, spacious library and a café. |
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| Inside the Venustiano Carranza Forest |
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| Tues.-Sun., 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. |
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This spectacular religious complex with an area spreading across 70,000 square meters (753,100 sq. ft.) is situated on the Las Noas Hill. A monumental sculpture of Christ, which is the second largest monument of its kind in America, stands 20.8 meters (68.2 feet) tall. Surrounding the monument, the relevant historical sites in the life of the Nazarene are recreated. |
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| Las Noas Hill |
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| Anytime |
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Inaugurated in 1932, this bridge was built by the states of Coahuila and Durango. The structure, which spans across the Nazas River, is the principal roadway connection between Torréon and the cities of Gómez Palacio and Lerdo, which are in Durango. |
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| Blvr. Prolongación Río Nazas |
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For those looking to come into contact with nature, this mountainous retreat located 70 km (43.4 miles) to the south of Torreón offers ideal conditions for mountain climbing (on Picacho Hill which is 3,120 meters (10,236 ft.) high), walking, rock climbing, rappelling, mountain biking, and riding all-terrain vehicles. The guided tours take into account all security measures. |
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When one hears that the San Pedro agricultural colony, founded in 1870, was known for being the core of development in the Laguna Region up until the end of the nineteenth century, they probably will not believe it. However, after learning about the cotton boom that this region experienced, reviewing its history, and having the pleasure of walking around its streets, haughtily adorned by its architecture, we find the reasons for such sayings. This place, which was constituted as a town in 1873, was home to Francisco I. Madero and where he wrote the “The Presidential Succession of 1910.” It was also the setting for the memorable battle of April 12th, where Francisco Villa defeated the federal forces of General Huerta.
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Fitting with the sobriety and beauty imparted in the architecture of the city, this structure was built in 1941. |
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| Ortega, across from the Main Plaza |
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| 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. |
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