Monterrey, often called "La Sultana del Norte" (The Sultaness of the North), is the capital of the northeastern Mexican state of Nuevo León and a vital economic and industrial powerhouse, famous for its dramatic setting at the foothills of the Sierra Madre Oriental, most notably featuring the iconic Cerro de la Silla mountain. As Mexico's second-most productive and most developed metropolitan area, it is a cosmopolitan center with a strong entrepreneurial culture, home to major national and international corporations across sectors like manufacturing, automotive, and technology, supported by world-class universities like Tec de Monterrey. The city's landscape blends modern skyscrapers with cultural landmarks like the massive Macroplaza, the historic Barrio Antiguo, and the repurposed industrial park, Fundidora, offering a unique mix of business rigor and vibrant cultural and outdoor life.