Santa Catarina Municipality

Santa Catarina Municipality is a major municipality in Monterrey's metropolitan area, located on elevated terrain that forms part of the region's western boundary. It serves as an important link between the city center and surrounding regions through key transportation routes.

The settlement was founded in 1596 as a stopping point for travelers moving between Monterrey and Saltillo. It grew gradually over centuries until receiving city status in 1977.

The town takes its name from Saint Catherine of Alexandria, and locals celebrate her feast day each November with religious services and community meals featuring traditional dishes. This religious connection remains visible in how residents organize gatherings and mark the calendar year.

The area is easily accessible via major transportation routes, making it convenient for visitors exploring the broader metropolitan region. The road network supports both passing through and local exploration.

The area served as a crucial trade route during colonial times but gradually lost this role as the metropolitan region industrialized in more recent decades. Historic sites in the area still reflect traces of this earlier commercial importance.

Location: Nuevo León

Capital city: Santa Catarina

Elevation above the sea: 1,222 m

Website: http://stacatarina.gob.mx

GPS coordinates: 25.60077,-100.48196

Latest update: December 17, 2025 08:00