México City / Toluca

2005
ANNUAL FORUM
INFORMATION BOOKLET
Hosted by:
JULY 27-30, 2005
MEXICO PACE Institutions
PACE Contributors
PACE Supporter
México City / Toluca
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Welcome
Content
•Welcome
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•Itinerary
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PACE y GMM les
da la más cordial
bienvenida a
México.
• PACE Contacts Mexico 3
•Mexico City Info
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• Toluca City Info
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• Visitor Info
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• Restaurants
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•Free Time
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•Useful Information
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• Security Tips
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•Emergency Numbers 9
•Transportation
Information
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• Security Measures for
GM TREC Tour
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•Hospitals
•Maps
¡Disfruta tu visita!
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12-13
Itinerary days 1, 2 &3
Monday, July 25, 2005 9:00am to 6:00pm ITESM Toluca – OPTIONAL
1.
Altair HyperMesh/HyperView Training
2.
Alias Systems in the Academic Setting
3.
MSC. ADAMS
Tuesday, July 26, 2005 9:00am to 6:00pm ITESM Toluca – OPTIONAL
1.
MSC. Nastran Training
2.
Altair OptiStruct Training
3.
Alias Systems in the Academic Setting
Wenesday, July 27, 2005 at GMM Facilities
9:00 – 10:15 am
10:30 – 12:00 pm
12:00 – 01:00 pm
1:00 – 2:00 pm
2:00 – 4:00 pm
4:00 – 6:00 pm
6:30 pm
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Opening Session/ Keynote Address
PACE Faculty Presentations
Lunch (Hosted by GMM)
Virtual Technical Tour of ITAM, ITESM Monterrey , IPN
Poster Session/ Vendor Display
Break out sessions on Strategic Issues
Welcome Dinner Hosted by Sun Microsystems
Itinerary day 4, 5 & 6
Thursday, July 28, 2005 at Universidad Iberoamericana
9:00 – 10:00 am
Welcome and Keynote Panel
10:30 – 12:00 pm
PACE Faculty Presentations
12:00 – 1:00 pm
Lunch (Hosted by Iberoamericana)
1:00 – 1:30 pm
SAE Automotive CAD Certification -SAE
1:30 – 2:30 pm
NX3- What’s new?
3:30 - 5:30 pm
Tour GMM Engineering
7:00 pm
Dinner – Hosted by Altair Engineering
Saturday, July 30, 2005
8:00 – 10:00 am
Cultural Activities – OPTIONAL
Friday, July 29, 2005 at ITESM Campus Estado de México
9:00 – 9:50 am
Welcome and Keynote address
9:50 – 10:20 pm
Tour of PACE Labs at ITESM – CEM
10:30 – 12:00 pm
PACE Faculty presentations
12:00 – 1:00 pm
Lunch Hosted by ITESM- CEM
1:00 – 2:30 pm
PACE Faculty Presentations
3:30 – 5:30 pm
Technical Tour ITESM – Toluca
Evening
Dinner on Your Own
Awards
Breakfast
All begin at 11:00am from hotel
- Pyramids
- Site Seeing in Mexico City
and Colonial Areas
- Shopping and Mexico
Anthropological Museum
Evening : Dinner on Your Own
PACE Contacts in Mexico
PACE Contacts in Mexico
•GM Mexico
Mexico City:
Karla Reyes 5 901 3467
Rocío Casarín 5 901 3472
Toluca:
Evelia Bertheau or Pamela Arteaga 279 5871
If dialing from Toluca to Toluca, don’t add
any numbers
If dialing from Toluca to Mexico City, start
with 01 55
If dialing from Mex City to Mex City, don’t add
any numbers
If dialing from Mex. City to Toluca, add 01 722
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PACE Institutions - Mexico
(When dialing from Toluca, add 01 55)
Instituto Politécnico Nacional (IPN)
German Grajeda 5729-6000 ext. 56059
Universidad Iberoamericana
Cuitlahuac Osornio 5950-4077/4079
Instituto Tecnológico Autónomo de
México (ITAM)
Dr. Victor Cruz 5628-4000 ext 3684
ITESM Toluca
Gerardo Alducín 279-9990 Ext. 2112
If dialing from Toluca, don’t add any numbers
ITESM Estado de Mexico
Dr. Sadegh Babaii 5864-5688
ITESM Monterrey
Pedro Orta 3284098
If dialing from Toluca add 01 818
Visitor
Info
(If planning to tour
Mexico City contact
Elaine for suggestions)
Mexico City, the City of Palaces, the ancient capital of the Mexica empire and the jewel in New Spanish Viceroys
crown, is today one of the biggest, most complex and most beautiful cities in the world. The mere size of the urban
spread makes it a city among cities.
Mexico City is a modern, cosmopolitan city situated in an old lake basin that is surrounded by volcanic mountains.
The different cultures that inhabited the city during the course of the centuries left an interesting architectural
legacy that comprises many different styles. Firstly, there are the pre Hispanic remains that tell of the greatness of
the civilizations that settled on this land before the arrival of the Spaniards. Mexica art can be seen on the ruins of
the Templo Mayor (The Great Temple), the site where the monolith of the goddess Coyolxauqui was found.
The architects that arrived from Europe during the colonial period applied and shared their knowledge of baroque,
neoclassic and other styles of art that were combined with the indigenous styles to create an architecture that is
quite unique in all the world. Works such as the Metropolitan Cathedral, palaces, mansions and an endless number
of sober, sumptuous churches adorn the central area of the city now called the Historic Center; these extraordinary
types of buildings can also be seen in some of the picturesque towns and villages such as Coyoacán, San Ángel,
Tlalpan and Xochimilco that used to be the outskirts of the city but have now become incorporated into the built up
areas; in spite of this, they still maintain their provincial atmosphere. Later, after Mexico became an independent
country, new districts of the city were built in a Frenchified style and in the art deco and colonial Californian styles.
Modernism was characterized by magnificent skyscrapers that sprung up in districts such as Polanco, Anzures, Del
Valle and Santa Fe. The advantage of a mega-city such as Mexico City is that it offers the visitor all sorts of
entertainment possibilities during the day and at night. Avenues like Avenida Insurgentes are true axis of fun and
recreation and has spots that cater to all tastes. Mexican culture in all its manifestations can be admired at the large
number of quality museums that can be found in many different parts of the city. These have displays and exhibitions
of art and culture ranging from the pre Hispanic (the National Museum of Anthropology) to the Vice Regal (the Franz
Mayer Museum) to the modern (the Museum of Modern Art), as well as Mexican traditions as can be seen in the Frida
Kahlo Museum.
There are also plenty of possibilities for those who want to leave the city and enjoy nature. You can visit the volcanic
mountains in the south of the city or the mountain valleys to the west and enjoy the quesadillas (melted cheese in
tortillas) that can be bought at the food stalls located in the shade of the forest trees that form part of the National
Parks and Ecological Reserves. To the east, the traveler can admire the snow-capped volcanoes of Popocatepetl and
Iztaccíhuatl, just as the Indians, Conquistadors and general population of the city did over the centuries.
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Visitor
Info
The city of Toluca lies at an altitude of 2,680 meters above sea level, making it the highest city in Mexico. Toluca is a
privileged territory because of it’s location in the center of the country, fertility of soil and landscapes; its history,
tradition and people. It is located in the Valley of Matlazinco, term meaning “In The Little Net” or “The Place Where
Matlazintli Live“ , term related to the fishermen living in the region nearby the lagoons and the Lerma river.
Although the nights are cold, the days are very pleasant and one can enjoy the famous chorizo (pork sausage) and a cup
of coffee, or an aperitif and a walk along the 19th century arches, the biggest in Mexico. In the same block, there is the
cathedral that was built at the end of the 19th century. Its façade is the one that used to be on the old San Francisco
church. Crossing the Plaza Cívica, or Plaza de los Mártires (Civic, or Martyrs? Square) next to the 19th century
Government Palace that was built in the Neo Classical style, and after passing María Garibay Plaza, we arrive at the
Botanical Gardens where the spectacular Cosmo Vitral ( a work of art made of more than 1,500 pieces of stained glass
brought over from Europe) is on exhibition. This is one of the biggest works of art of its type in the world.
You must not leave without first having seen the Centro Cultural Mexiquense (The State of Mexico Cultural Center), a
modern complex only 5 km from the city. Here you will find the Museo de Antropología (The Anthropology Museum),
the Museo de Arte Moderno (The Modern Art Museum) and the Museo de Culturas Populares (The Popular Culture
Museum), where pre Hispanic objects and works of art are on display. The Central Library is also located there.
7 km southeast of the city on Highway No. 55, you will come across Metepec, or "Cerro de los Magueyes" (Maguey
Cactus Hill) in Nahuatl. The main attraction in this Matlazinca settlement, apart from the Convento de San Juan Bautista
(The St. John the Baptist Convent,) is the noisy but picturesque Monday market, where the most celebrated ceramics
potters in the region flock to sell their wide range of handicrafts.
Located in the central region of Mexico and only 65 km from Mexico City, Toluca, the state capital, extends over the
beautiful, fertile valley of Toluca. In the background lies the Nevado de Toluca (The Snow-capped Volcano of Toluca), the
only volcano you can drive up. In its craters, there are two small lakes called "Laguna de la Luna" ("Moon Lake) and
"Laguna del Sol" (Sun Lake). This heavily industrial city and its snow-capped volcano 22 km away is a visual inspiration,
especially in the winter months when it is heavily covered in snow.
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What to do and see in
Toluca
SQUARES/ SIGHTS / BUILDINGS
Colón Boulevard
Jaguares Square
Mártires Square
España Square
Fray Andrés de Castro Square
José María González Arratia Square
Portales (Arcades)
Morelos Theatre
State of México Autonomous University (Central Building)
Emiliano Zapata Monument
Flag Monument
State of México´s Distinguished Men Monument
Mural of Adolfo López Mateos High School
Plaza Morelos Hotel Mural
“National Transportation History” Mural
Charro Rodeo
Visitor
Info
CHURCHES
Toluca Cathedral
El Calvario Chapel
El Carmen Church
La Merced Church
Old Sacristy of San Francisco Convent
Santa Veracruz Church
San José El Ranchito Church
Santa María de Guadalupe Church
San José or El Sagrario Parish
MARKETS
16 de Septiembre Market
Benito Juárez García Market
José María Morelos y Pavón Market
Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla Market
MUSEUMS
Museum of Fine Arts
Natural Science Museum
Water Color Museum
Charro Museum
Printings Museum
Numismatics Museum
Felipe Santiago Gutiérrez Museum
José María Velasco Museum
Nishizawa Workshop Museum
José María Heredia Library
Mexiquense Cultural Center
Mexiquense Handcraft House
Mexiquense Expositions Center
Cosmovitral And Bothanical Garden
Sciences And Life Arts School
PARKS
“Sierra Morelos” Park
Cuauhtémoc Park (Poplar Grove)
Matlatzinca Park
“Nevado de Toluca” National Park (Xinantécatl)
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CRAFTWORK
Cesteria
Metalistería
Fibra Vegetal / vegetal fibers
Piteado
Madera/ wood
Cantera/ Quarry
Textil/Textile
Resina
Confitería
Papel Picado
Manualidad de Peluche y Deshilado
Restaurants
Toluca / Santa Fé
(If planning to dine in Mexico City,
contact Elaine for suggestions)
Where to eat?
Dinner
• El Mercado (Mexican)
• La Destilería (Mexican)
• Taco Inn (Mexican)
• La Ordeña (Spanish)
• Cambalache (Argentinian)
• Casa Criolla (Argentinian)
• El Galpón Argentino (Argentinian)
• Pampa y Tango (Argentinian)
• Vino e Cucina (Italian)
• Italianni’s (Italian)
• Fondue Hous – (Fondues)
• Tony Roma´s (American)
• Sushi Itto (Japanese)
• Asia (Asian)
• Avalon (International)
• Barraca (International)
• Beer Factory (American)
• Italianni’s
• La Calle (Mexican)
• La Cantina (Mexican)
• Rincón Argentino (Argentinian)
• Fisher’s (Sea food)
• Moshi – Moshi (Japanese)
Galerías Metepec
Tollocan
Galerías Metepec
Tollocan
Tollocan
Down Town Toluca
Galerías Metepec
Galerías Metepec
Tollocan
Galerías Metepec
Galerías Metepc
Galerías Metepec
Galerías Metepec
Centro Comercial Santa Fé
Centro Comercial Santa Fé
Centro Comercial Santa Fé
Centro Comercial Santa Fé
Centro Comercial Santa Fé
Centro Comercial Santa Fé
Centro Comercial Santa Fé
Centro Comercial Santa Fé
Santa Fé Area
Santa Fé Area
Fast Food in Galerías Metepec
• Burger King
• China Express
• El Fogoncito
• Mr. Sushi
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• Italian Steak House
• KFC
• El Queso y la Uva
• Starbuks Coffee
Typical dishes
Tortas
Chorizo Rojo y Verde
Huaraches
Dulces Tradicionales
Nieve
Taco de Plaza
Cafeterias
• Sanborns/Metepec
• VIPS/Metepec/Toluca
• Toks/Metepec/Toluca
•Garabatos/Santa Fé
• Konditori/Santa Fé
• Palacio de Hierro Restaurant/Santa Fé
•Liverpool Restaurant/Metepec/Santa Fé
Free Time
Malls/Shops
• Centro Comercial - Santa Fé
• Galerías Metepec - Metepec
• Plaza Mayor - Metepec
• Plaza las Américas - Metepec
• Gran Plaza - Toluca
• Metepec Tipically Market (handicrafts)
• Las Plazas Outlet - Lerma
Night Life in Toluca
• Del Rey Inn Bar
(52 7) 212-2122
• La Destilería Bar
(52 7) 211-5404
• La Fortaleza Cantina
• El Suizo Bar & Grill
Useful Information
TELEPHONE
Mexico country code: 52
Mexico City – city code: 5
Toluca – city code: 2
You can phone from Mexico using a charge card by dialing 9-1 + number calling. For
local calling, if you see a seven-digit number add the appropriate city code in front
of the number.
WEATHER and DRESS
The weather in the Mexico City area is fairly consistent year round. The
temperature is generally in the low 70s during the day and is cooler at night. May
to September is the rainy season, which means that there is generally rain during
the evening (bring an umbrella). See the Registration Packet for details on attire.
FOOD, BEVERAGES AND HEALTH
In Mexico, the tap water is generally not purified; avoid drinking non-purified
water. When ordering water, ask for bottled water. It is advisable to order
beverages with no ice. It is not advisable to consume food from street vendors.
Please be advised that traditional Mexican cuisine may use spicy ingredients.
TIME MERIDIAN
Mexico City time is -6 GTM from October 27th to April 24th; during Summer -5 GTM
from April 25th to October 26th (equivalent to US Central Daylight Time)
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Security TIPS
• Avoid carrying large amounts of money. It is better to
carry only one credit card, and be sure to have small
denomination bills.
• Avoid wearing designer watches and jewelry.
• Use safety boxes at hotels.
• Watch over your bags and purses in public areas.
• When arriving in the city, use only authorized airport
transportation (see transportation info). Once in Toluca,
use the hotel authorized transportation or taxi.
• If you get lost or need assistance, be sure to have the
hotel phone number and address handy. You may ask for a
phone at a local store or hotel, or ask for assistance from a
police officer.
Emergency Phone numbers in Toluca
•Emergency
060
•Red Cross
213 33 33
• Police
215 44 22 / 215 44 23
Emergency Phone Numbers in Mexico City
•Emergency (Fire brigade, Police, Ambulance, etc.)
080
•Central Red Cross
55575757
Useful Numbers
•Del Rey Ejecutivo Hotel
Dialing from Mexico City 01 (722) 279 99 99
dialing from Toluca 279 9999
•Tourism Board
52500123/ 018009039200
•USA Embassy in Mexico City
5211-0042 5208-3373
If dialing from Toluca add 01 55
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Arrival and Ground Transportation Information
If arriving at Mexico City International Airport:
After documentation and customs, we recommend that you exchange your currency
to Mexican Pesos, either through an ATM or one of the many currency exchange
booths in the airport (open 24 hours). For travel from the airport to Toluca, we
recommend you take:
SUBURBAN BUSES
Available to and from Toluca, called the TMT Caminante Turismo y
Autos México Toluca. Departures and Arrivals located in front of
International Arrivals in the Ground Transportation area.
Buy your tickets at the Caminante Stand immediately in front of the
customs exit area.
Schedule: From 7:30 a.m. each hour until 11:30 p.m.
Cost: $100 pesos (Approx $10 US, you can pay in American dollars at current
exchange rate)
Phone: 5786-9341, 5786-9358, 5786-9338, or 5786-9342
If using El Caminante bus transportation, from the airport, you will get to their headquarters
offices at Toluca and from there:
On Sunday, ask for the ITESM Toluca transportation to the hotel (Professor Gerardo Alducin)
On Monday and Tuesday take a cab from the Caminante-Toluca office, to the Ejecutivo Del Rey
Hotel (5 min. ride) - average cost of $5 US or a Van (10 people) for $8.50 US. You buy the taxi cab
ticket at the Caminante-Toluca office.
TAXIS
If your preference is for taxis or if you arrive after 11:30pm, you can
take a comfortable and safe taxi to Toluca. Purchase your ticket at the
Taxi Ticket Booths located just outside of the customs area, on your left.
For reservations call: 55 71 93 44
Authorized rate to Toluca: Car $880.00 pesos - Van $1,060.00pesos
Mexico City International Airport MAP
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Ground Transportation
Caminante Buses to Toluca
There are almost 25 currency exchange
Offices at the airport some of them are open 24 hrs.
Plus numreous ATM’s machines.
Arrival and Ground Transportation Information
If arriving at Toluca Airport:
After documentation and customs, we recommend that you take:
TAXIS
You can take a comfortable and safe taxi to the hotel. This is a
short ride. You are advised to have exchanged your currency to
Mexican pesos prior to arrival. Approximate cost of taxi ride is $2
US.
Once in Mexico City or Toluca, for transportation:
We recommend that you take hotel transportation or “radio taxis” by calling :
In Toluca:
Servicio de Excelencia (722) 232 32 32
In Mexico City:
Sitio los Morales
5280 5348 or 5280 4352
In Mexico City, it is not advisable to take a street taxi. Reputable hotels and
restaurants can call a taxi for you. It is recommended that you ask them to call
Sitio los Morales (see above).
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Security Guidelines for the GM Toluca Regional Engineering
Center TOUR
• You must wear full cover shoes with a wide
heel. Tennis shoes, sandals and high heels are
not allowed.
• Cell phones and laptops must be registered at
the main gate.
•Any kind of photo cameras, including cell
phones with integrated cameras, are not
allowed.
HOSPITALS
Mexico City Hospitals
HOSPITAL ABC
Sur No. 136, Esq. Observatorio,
Col. Arnéricas
01120 México, D.F.
Tel.: 5230-8000; Fax. 5230-8090
HOSPITAL ÁNGELES DEL PEDREGAL
Camino a Santa Teresa No. 1055
Col. Héroes de Padierna
10700 México, D.F.
Tel.: 5652-2011, 5652-7586 y 5652-6976
HOSPITAL ÁNGELES DE INTERLOMAS
Ave. Vialidad de la Barranza S/N
Col. Valle de las Palmas
C.P: 52763 Huixquilucan, Edo. de México
Tel. 5246-5000
HOSPITAL ESPAÑOL
Ejército Nacional No. 613
Col. Granada,
México, D.F.
Tel. 5203-38-90 y 2503-37-35
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MEDICA SUR
Puente de Piedra No. 150
Col. Toriello Guerra,
Del. Tlalpan
14000 México, D.F.
Tels.: 5606-62-22 5606-22-77
Toluca Hospitals
CENTRO MEDICO TOLUCA
Benito Juárez No. 135 norte
Toluca Mex.
Tel: 01(7222) 32-22-22
Fax. 32-22-23
SANATORIO TOLUCA
Eulalio Peñaloza No. 233
Col. Federal Toluca, Mex.
Tel: 01(7222) 17-78-00
SANATORIO FLORENCIA
Paseo Vicente Guerrero No. 205
San Bernardino
Toluca, Mex.
Tel: 01(7222) 14-00-13, 14-47-70
Fax. 01(7222) 14-41-73
Mexico City International Airport
Ground Transportation
Caminante Buses to Toluca
Stand located at Gate D
There are 25 currency
exchange offices at the
airport. Some of them are
open 24 hrs. There are
also numerous ATMs.
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Map of State of México and D.F
D.F
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