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Where is Heroica Nogales, Mexico

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Heroica Nogales, commonly known as Nogales, is a city in the state of Sonora, Mexico. It is located on the Mexico-United States border and shares a border with the city of Nogales, Arizona. The city of Heroica Nogales, Mexico, and its U.S. counterpart, Nogales, Arizona, together form one of the busiest border crossings between the two countries. It is an important gateway for trade and commerce between Mexico and the United States.

Heroica Nogales Location Map, Mexico

Facts about Heroica Nogales, Mexico

Country	Mexico
State	Sonora
Region	Northwestern Mexico (U.S.-Mexico Border)
Municipal Seat	Heroica Nogales
Named After	Spanish word "Nogales" (walnut trees)
Established	1884
Municipality Status	1884
Coordinates	31.3012° N, 110.9381° W
Total Area	1,675 sq km
Land Area	1,675 sq km
Water Area	Minimal
Population (2020)	264,782
Population Rank	One of the largest border cities in Sonora
Major City	Heroica Nogales
Main Industries	Manufacturing (Maquiladoras), Trade, Logistics, Commerce
Major Airport	General Ignacio Pesqueira García International Airport (HMO)
Time Zone	Mountain Standard Time (UTC-07:00, no DST)
Known For	Border trade with Arizona, Manufacturing hub, Port of entry
Website	https://www.nogales.gob.mx

Top Attractions in Heroica Nogales, Mexico

Plaza Benito Juárez - central city square and main gathering place
Monumento a la Bandera - prominent monument honoring the Mexican flag
La Pirinola Park - family-friendly park with rides and recreational areas
Parque El Greco - popular urban park for walking and outdoor activities
Museo de Arte de Nogales - local museum showcasing regional art and culture
Mercado Municipal - traditional market offering local food and crafts
San Carlos Church - historic church and religious landmark
International Border Viewpoints - scenic spots overlooking Nogales, Arizona
Avenida Obregón - main avenue known for shopping and local life
Nearby Kino Bay Route - access to scenic drives toward the Sea of Cortez

Distance from Heroica Nogales to Other Mexican Cities

Heroica Nogales to Hermosillo - 280 km (174 miles)
Heroica Nogales to Magdalena de Kino - 80 km (50 miles)
Heroica Nogales to Santa Ana - 115 km (71 miles)
Heroica Nogales to Guaymas - 415 km (258 miles)
Heroica Nogales to Ciudad Obregón - 530 km (329 miles)
Heroica Nogales to Navojoa - 610 km (379 miles)
Heroica Nogales to Culiacán - 960 km (597 miles)
Heroica Nogales to Los Mochis - 800 km (497 miles)
Heroica Nogales to Mexicali - 550 km (342 miles)
Heroica Nogales to Tijuana - 780 km (485 miles)
Heroica Nogales to Chihuahua - 650 km (404 miles)
Heroica Nogales to Mexico City - 1,850 km (1,150 miles)

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