Ciudad Madero facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Ciudad Madero
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Top to the left: Downtown, Miramar Beach Breakwater, Francisco I. Madero Refinery, Sagrado Corazón de Jesús Church, and Tamaulipas Stadium.
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 Ciudad Madero
Location in Tamaulipas
Ciudad Madero
Location in Mexico
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| Country |  Mexico |
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| State |  Tamaulipas |
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| Municipality | Ciudad Madero | |
| Foundation | 1 May 1924 | |
| Founded by | Doña Cecilia Villarreal | |
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| • Total | 46.6 km2 (18.0 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 8 m (26 ft) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 209,175 | |
| Demonym(s) | Maderense | |
| Time zone | UTC−6 (Central) | |
Ciudad Madero is a lively coastal city in Mexico. It is located on the Gulf of Mexico in the state of Tamaulipas. This city is part of the larger Tampico metropolitan area.
Ciudad Madero is the seventh biggest city in its state. In 2015, about 209,175 people lived there. The city covers an area of about 46.6 square kilometers (18.0 square miles). It is also a very important place for processing oil.
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History of Ciudad Madero
When the City Began
Ciudad Madero became an official municipality on May 1, 1924. This important step was declared by Candelario Garza, who was the provisional governor at that time. This date marks the city's official start.
Places to See in Ciudad Madero
Miramar Beach and Lighthouse
Ciudad Madero is famous for its beautiful beach called "Playa Miramar." This beach has grown a lot in recent years. You can find many new hotels and restaurants there. It's a great spot for tourists to visit.
Near the beach, there used to be a lighthouse. It was called "Faro de Ciudad Madero." This lighthouse helped guide ships safely into the channel of the Río Pánuco. Today, a red beacon light on a small tower does this job. In 2006, city planners wanted to build a new lighthouse. They believed it would be important for the city's culture and tourism.
Santa Cruz Church
The Santa Cruz Church is another notable building in Ciudad Madero. It is a place of worship for many people in the city.
See also
In Spanish: Ciudad Madero para niños
