Starting in the early 20th century, Tampico — a port city on the Gulf of Mexico in the state of Tamaulipas — became a booming oil city rich with European architecture and culture. Due to its curious French influences mixed with native roots, many people considered it the New Orleans of Mexico. More @Wikipedia
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