Today: Matamoros counts with 480,000 inhabitants. The main branches of production are Agriculture, Stockbreeding, Fishing, Commerce, Tourism, Construction Industry, Medical Services and Other.
There are few historic facts about the native tribes that proceeded to the colonizers inhabiting the region that today we know as Matamoros.
Heroica Matamoros, Tamaulipas, (e-RO-ee-kah mah-tah-MO-ros, tämoulē´päs) is a modern and dynamic city located on the southern bank of the Rio Grande (Río Bravo), 28 miles west (45 km) of the Gulf of Mexico and across from Brownsville, Texas.
New Bridge For a day trip to Matamoros you will not be required to show a passport, proof of citizenship or obtain visa. Mexico’s Entry Requirements Proof of citizenship and visas are required for travel farther south.
PLAY IT SAFE! Avoid customs penalties by declaring all articles acquired in Mexico and in your possession at the time of your return.
The International Country Code for Mexico (52) The Area Code for the Matamoros (868) Calls made to Matamoros from the USA011+52+(868)+ 7 digit local phone number 011+52+ (868) 810-8000 (City Hall)
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