Cerro Colorado (borough) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Cerro Colorado
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Borough (Delegación) of Tijuana
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Part of Cerro Colorado
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 Cerro Colorado
Location in Tijuana
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| Country | Mexico |
| State | Baja California |
| Municipality (municipio) | Tijuana |
| Area code(s) | 664 |
Cerro Colorado is a part of the city of Tijuana in Baja California, Mexico. It is called a "borough" or Delegación. This area is named after a famous hill nearby.
What is Cerro Colorado?
The name Cerro Colorado means "Red Hill" in Spanish. This borough is located near and along the western side of this hill. Because the hill is very tall, it's a perfect spot for radio and television antennae. These antennae help send signals for many stations in the area.
Location and Features
Cerro Colorado is an important part of Tijuana. It stretches quite a bit to the north, including an area called Calzada Guaycura. It also goes west towards Ave. Insurgentes and a part of the Zona Río. This makes it a central and busy area within the city.
Sports and Fun
If you love baseball, you might know about the Toros de Tijuana. This professional baseball team plays their games right here in Cerro Colorado! Their home stadium is called Estadio Gasmart. It's located in a neighborhood known as Colonia Capistrano or Col. Cerro, Colorado.
Shopping and More
Cerro Colorado is also a great place for shopping. One of the main shopping spots is Plaza Monarca. Here, you can find many stores and places to visit. It's a busy center for people living in and around the borough.
See also
- In Spanish: Cerro Colorado (Tijuana) para niños
