Tampico, Port city in Tamaulipas, Mexico
The city extends along the northern bank of the Pánuco River, approximately 10 kilometers inland from the Gulf of Mexico's coastline.
The Spanish colonial settlement established in 1554 faced destruction by pirates in 1683, leading to complete abandonment until General Santa Anna ordered its reconstruction in 1823.
The local cuisine centers around fresh seafood preparations, with the torta de la barda sandwich and tampiqueña steak emerging as regional specialties.
The Francisco Javier Mina International Airport connects Tampico with Mexico City, Monterrey, and Houston through regular commercial flights.
The discovery of oil in 1901 transformed Tampico from a modest port into a global petroleum hub, establishing extensive canal networks for oil transportation.
Location: Tampico Municipality
Inception: April 12, 1823
Elevation above the sea: 10 m
Website: https://tampico.gob.mx
GPS coordinates: 22.25528,-97.86861
Latest update: May 26, 2025 19:42
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