Monclova Travel Guide

 
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Things to Do  

Altos Hornos

Altos Hornos, Monclova

 HAWLEYJ Says:  Monclova is built upon a huge metal refining factory called "Altos Hornos" (meaning "tall ovens"). This factory takes up many city blocks, and has it's own railways to each building. Very interesting! You can even see them pouring the molten metal at some sites! 

The Park at City Center

The Park at City Center, Monclova

 HAWLEYJ Says:  There is a park with an ENORMOUS steel cauldron that represents the actual cauldrons used at "Altos Hornos". Here we are with it. 

Spend some time with the kids.

Spend some time with the kids., Monclova

 HAWLEYJ Says:  This is Jonathon. Jonathon and I hit it off. My broken Spanish was enough to create a real, beautiful relationship. Jonathon's father lives in San Antonio. I didn't press too much into his family's home life, but the day before I left he was crying, and I think I was the... 

Hotels  

Fiesta Inn Monclova

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Restaurants  

Los Corrales: An open-air, tasty restaurant downtown!

Los Corrales: An open-air, tasty restaurant downtown!, Monclova

 HAWLEYJ Says:  The open-air feel combined with the unique dishes (bone marrow, for example) make this an interesting stop. They also have normal fajitas, mixed plates, fried mushrooms, etc. The main thing to remember is to eat like a Mexican. Always eat with a tortilla, and in my opinion... 

Local Customs  

Laid Back!

Laid Back!, Monclova

 HAWLEYJ Says:  The lifestyle here is quite a bit different than in America. As with most places, it is generally much more laid back. The heat compounds the midday lounging, and work just doesn't seem so important! 

What to Pack  

TOILET PAPER!!!!

TOILET PAPER!!!!, Monclova

 HAWLEYJ Says:  Pack for HEAT! I didn't see a drop of rain the entire time. Don't bring too expensive of anything unless you plan on having it with you at all times. Good shoes! The streets are almost all dirt and rocks. Bring nicer clothes if you plan on going to church. Mexico is... 

Off The Beaten Path  

Rosa De Saron Church!

Rosa De Saron Church!, Monclova

 HAWLEYJ Says:  This is the Rosa de Saron, I feel like it is the sister church to my home church in Rochester, MN- Mt. Zion Christian Center. The people there are lively, the band is great, and the experience is unforgettable! The church is found on Calle 28, Colonia Tierra y Libertad. I'm... 

Sports & Outdoors  

Mexicans LOVE "FUT!"

Mexicans LOVE "FUT!", Monclova

 HAWLEYJ Says:  Mexicans can't get enough of football (soccer, for us Gringos!) It seemed like every 30 minutes the kids would ask us to go play "fut" with them. And it is one of the best ways to make friends! Bring your own soccer ball if possible. 

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The KIDS!!

The KIDS!!, Monclova

 HAWLEYJ Says:  Meeting the kids! Mexico is 50% populated by kids under 16! Do whatever it takes, become a clown, hang out, play football, they will LOVE it! Playing football with the children. 

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 I have traveled the world, but this was my first missions trip. How can I describe the differences? Traveling can change your perspective and open your eyes, but working with a local, loving church to... 

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 I lived here for almost a year in 1997. I went to school at Cumbres y Alpes. The people of Monclova are unbelievably friendly. There are many excellent restaurants, Los Corales is the best one. 

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