Santa Lucía riverwalk facts for kids
The Santa Lucia Riverwalk (also known as Paseo Santa Lucía in Spanish) is a beautiful artificial river in the city of Monterrey, Nuevo León, Mexico. It's a popular spot for both locals and visitors, offering a relaxing journey through the city.
History of the Riverwalk
Building the Santa Lucia Riverwalk started in 1996. However, due to money issues, the project had to stop for nine years. Work finally began again in 2005 and was finished in 2007.
The riverwalk was officially opened by important leaders: the Mexican President Felipe Calderon Hinojosa, Nuevo León's governor Natividad González Parás, and Monterrey's mayor Adalberto Madero. This special event happened during the celebration of the 197th anniversary of the Mexican War of Independence.
The Santa Lucia Riverwalk quickly became one of Monterrey's most important attractions. It was also a key part of the 2007 Universal Forum of Cultures, which was a big international event.
What You Can See and Do
The Santa Lucia Riverwalk connects two major places in Monterrey: the Macroplaza, which is a large city square, and the Fundidora Park, a big park with lots of activities.
Here are some cool facts about the riverwalk:
- It stretches for about 1.55 miles (2.5 kilometers), making it a great place for a long stroll or boat ride.
- The water in the riverwalk is about 1.2 meters (nearly 4 feet) deep.
- The entire area is watched 24 hours a day to keep everyone safe.
- You can take a ride on one of the many motorboats that travel along the river.
- There are also several beautiful fountains along the way, adding to the scenery.
- The riverwalk is home to one of only five authentic Inukshuk structures found outside of Canada. An Inukshuk is a stone landmark built by the Inuit people.
- You can enjoy free wireless internet access throughout the entire Riverwalk.
