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Famous Places in Argentina For Your Holiday
Travel tips for your trip to Argentina Hotel Maps Famous Places in Argentina helps you to make your trip to Argentina in the holiday a Splendid One
Argentina is one of the major countries of South America neighbored by Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, Uruguay and Chile. Buenos Aires being the major city of Argentina also known as "Paris of South America" because of its distinctive character of European influences. Buenos Aires has a lot to offer to tourists and backpackers like wines, exotic food, tango, its architecture.
If you visit the central region of Argentina which is centered around Pampas, there you will find cattle ranches, maritime resorts such as Pinamar, Villa Gesell, Miramar, Monte Hermoso, Bahia Blanca and Coastal District.
The most popular sport of Argentina is soccer. It's always a good idea to watch a professional match live. Soccer itself is the reason for most soccer fans to make Argentina tourist destination. The breakfast in Argentina is light as compared to English speaking countries but the lunch is quite big. Yerba mate is an herbal drink, usually drunk hot. Argentina is also known for its wine. Beer is offered in small glass or served in bottles or cans. The cuisine of Argentina is a high protein cuisine resembling certain European cuisines. Beef is common meat there. Parrilla is a kind of grilled meat which is quite common there. Sausages such as Chorizo, Morcilla and Chitterlings are a local variety there.
The northern region consists of beautiful natural sites and places that are of extreme beauty only to be described by the eyes of the very own visitors who have experienced the view of it. Iguazu Falls is one of the most famous falls, surrounded by the Iguazu National Park consisting of rainforest. But the most beautiful and famous fall is the Devil's Throat. Every January there is this National Folklore Festival in Cosquin which is visited by many tourists. There are good resorts like Calamuchita Valley, Sierra de Cordoba, Villa Cura Brochero, Mina Clavero, Mar Chiquita, Pampa de Achala and others. Those people who are looking forward to explore natural beauty can make Argentina tourist destination. Southern region boasts about Los Glaciares National Park, known for its glaciers. The southernmost city in the world, Ushuaia is also a major tourist destination.
There are certain shopping malls in Argentina such as Alto Palermo Shopping Mall, Patio Bullrich Shopping Mall, Unicenter Shopping Mall, Abasto Shopping Mall and many more. Many shops in Buenos Aires sell antiques. Calle Florida is famous for its malls offering huge variety at really cheap prices. But if you are a big spender and looking for designer and branded stuff you won't be disappointed, because there are showrooms of Armani, Louis Vuitton and many more.
you will find it a culturally rich destination when it comes to music, architecture and most especially food. Here, because of its diverse climate, you can do a myriad of things from hiking in the rainforests to skiing or trekking the glaciers, from immersing yourself in culture and history to taking part in eco-tours, from enjoying the rich food and night life to nights of camping and days of diving. Here are 10 things you can do or go to in this fabulous country:
Buenos Aires
The first Argentina destination you would probably find yourself in is this vibrant city offers much when it comes to entertainment. It has Spanish inspired-architecture and culture to the beat of the nightlife or the exotic delicacies. Here, your senses will definitely be stretched to the fullest in this magical city.
Cordoba
Come to this other great city in Argentina. Here, you will feel like you have traveled back in time as you immerse yourself in the colonial architecture. Its history is also known as one of the greatest western cities of the past.
Pampas
Pampas gives you a glimpse of the wild wild west as it was during the past. Here, you will see Gaucho cowboys living much like the cowboys of old. You can also see the flamingos in the great salt lakes of Argentina.
Tiera del Fuego
In this southernmost of cities at the edge of the world, you will experience a breathtaking myriad of flora and fauna never seen in other places. The marine life here is also something to behold as you go kayaking, fishing or just plain sightseeing. Because of this, a lot flock to this area yearly.
Patagonia
Patagonia is home to the route of the great southern whale as it returns every year to the coast of the Peninsula Valdez. You can also visit one of UNESCO's world heritage sites, Alto Valle Rio Pinturas. You can also see the paintings of the river valley in Santa Cruz where ancient paintings adorn the cave walls.
Iguazu Waterfalls
Found in Iguazu National Park, it is one of the most powerful waterfalls of the world. The park itself is home to a wide variety of subtropical plants and animals. So strap on your backpack and get ready for a wonderful trip through nature.
Mendoza
This is the center of commerce of an area blessed with vineyards and snow. Here, you can ski to your heart's content at such international ski centers such as Las Lenas and Los Penitentes while sipping homegrown wine fresh from the fields. In this place, you can also go kayaking, bicycling or hiking through nature.
Talampaya
Home to the long extinct dinosaurs and some of the first men who walked the earth, Talampaya is found on the southern part of La Rioja. Today, this place is a hotbed of archaeological and paleontologic finds. In this remote dessert, you will indeed be at awe at the majestic geological formations that dots the landscape.
Valdez Peninsula, Chubut
The Valdez Peninsula in Chubut serves as a refuge for armies of extraordinary animals such as elephant seals, different species of penguins, and the Austral Right Whales. Moreover, you can also relax in the hot baths or perhaps trek in the glaciers of San Rafael. You will definitely not run out of things to do and see here.
Puerto Madryn
It is located north of Trelew. This beach and tourist paradise offers diverse activities such as yachting, windsurfing, sport fishing, and diving. More than that, it is also home to some of the best hotels and restaurants in the country where they serve delectable seafood and bars where dancing can go on all night.
