Monterrey, Ancash


Monterrey is a small town in Huaraz District, Huaraz Province, region of Ancash, Peru. It is located some to the north of the town centre of Huaraz. Monterrey is located in the Santa river valley, also known as Callejon de Huaylas at 2981 m.a.s.l.

Hot springs

The town is known for its hot springs, which have temperatures of and have medicinal properties. Water at the hot springs, which are privately run by a local hotel, is brownish due to the presence of iron.

Climate

The climate at Monterrey is temperate, with warm days and cold nights, being the average temperature.