Travel Articles About Argentina
Pictures of Argentina
Take an armchair tour of Iguazu Falls, Buenos Aires, Patagonia and Tierra del Fuego. Includes Historical Photos, wildlife and more images of Argentina.
| Places and Destination | Art and Culture | Geography and Wildlife | History | Various Topics
Places and Destinations:
A Visit to Ushuaia, the "End of the World"
Off the Beaten Track to Iruya
Tigre Delta - Sub-Tropical Water Wonderland
Mundo Marino
The Amazing Race 7 - Fourth Stop: Mendoza to Buenos Aires and Beyond
The Amazing Race 7 - Third Stop: Argentina
Bariloche, Argentina
Buenos Aires
Cerro Aconcagua
Cordoba
Deception Island
Iguazu Falls
Mar del Plata
Mendoza
Puerto Madryn, Argentina
What to See When You Have Only....?
Argentina's National Parks
Tierra del Fuego
Northwestern Argentina
Nahuel Huapi, Argentina
Oktoberfest in Villa General Belgrano, Argentina
Argentina's Independence Day - July 9
Edificio Kavanagh
Tango!
Parrillada Mixta - Recipes and Variations
Gauchos, Huasos and Llaneros, Part 1
Teatro Colon
Argentina and the Dead
The Whales of Patagonia, Argentina
The Glaciers of Argentina
Exploring the Wonders of Argentina
The Dinosaurs of South America
Regions of Argentina
Jesuit Missions of South America
Art and Culture:
On Beagle Channel, surrounded by water, sky and mountains, Ushuaia calls itself the
Fin del Mundo, End of
the World. As the closest city to Antarctica, the city is a hub for Antartic touring and
navigating the Strait of Magellan. Cruise ships dock here for a quick onshore visit.
Once an Incan village perched high on the slopes of a steep mountain, Iruya, in Salta
province of northwestern Argentina, clings to its past traditions even as it slowly
creeps into the present. For those wanting a step back in time, wildly colorful scenery
and a relaxing change from city life, Iruya is the place to go.
The Tigre delta, named for the fierce jaguar, is a 14,000 square kilometer area where
thousands of islands and inlets, water channels, rivers and backwaters form a
sub-tropical wonderland about twenty miles northeast of Buenos Aires. It's an
historical monument and a favorite spot for day trips, weekend getaways and
cruises around the delta waterways.
Argentina's Mundo Marino, or Sea World, is a wildly popular all-season attraction on
the Atlantic coast where marine wildlife, particularly Orcas, dolphins, sea lions
and penguins delight the visitors while behind the scenes rescue and research
operations attract scientists and professionals.
In Mendoza, the teams try their hands at a Gaucho Challenge, board a plane for Buenos
Aires, then head for the scenic and confusing Parana river delta to search for clues
on a shipwreck on a delta island. Next, a race to an upscale polo ranch to see who's
first, who is last - and eliminated. The teams then leave South America for South
Africa.
And the race continues! Up and over the Andes, rafting down a swift river, pedalling
a rough track to a gargantuan eating challenge to an estancia in Mendoza, Argentina.
Detours, lost routes, high passes, time lost - nothing fazes the intrepid teams of
The Amazing Race 7 on their way to Mendoza.
San Carlos de Bariloche, commonly known as Bariloche, is a prime, all-season
destination in Argentina's Patagonia. Summer sailing on Lake Nahuel Huapi, skiing,
the lake crossing from Chile and a decidedly European ski chalet environment make
Bariloche a favorite vacation spot.
Big. sprawling Buenos Aires, teh capital of Argentina, is cosmopolitan and yet
retains a neighborhood feel in the barrios. Sightseeing, nightlife, including the
sensual tango, is a must in this sophisticated city.
At 22834 ft, or 6960 m, Argentina's Cerro Aconcagua is among the world's highest
mountains and is the highest peak of the Western Hemisphere, presenting a challenge to
climbers and trekkers.
Called the Heartland of Argentina for its geographic location, Córdoba retains its
colonial history and blends it with a modern tourism industry and a hefty assortment
of recreational activities.
Formed when seawater rushed into a volcanic crater, the harbor at Deception Island in
the Shetland Islands chain is large, and a lure to visitors who want to swim in
volcano-warmed Antarctic waters.
The huge thundering falls are a popular destination. See why!
Mar del Plata is Argentina's premiere beach resort, offering 17 kilometers of beaches,
sports fishing, colonial architecture, a university, sports, zoo, casino and lively
nightlife plus a number of parks and gardens to tempt the visitor.
The center of Argentina's wine industry, Mendoza is an all-seasons destination for
climbers, hikers, skiers, rafters, bikers, paragliders, naturalists, trekkers, and
oenophiles.
Named for a Welsh baron, Puerto Madryn is a popular seaside resort, the gateway to the prolific
wildlife sanctuary on Península Valdés, the center of Argentina scuba activity, and a
link to the active Welsh communities in the area.
Beginning with Tierra del Fuego at the southern tip of South America, this series of articles offers suggestions
of things to see and do within a limited time schedule. Your recommendations welcome!
From the magnificent Iguazu Falls to the tip of Tierra del Fuego, Argentina maintains a
wide variety of national and provincial parks, natural reserves, and natural monuments.
Forest, glacier, lake or wildlife preserve, you're sure to need your camera and lots of
film!
The climate is cold, windy and rainy in this Land of Fire, but visitors to the southernmost tip
of South America will find plenty to do and see.
Rich in cultural, historical and archaeological significance, the provinces of Salta and
Jujuy offer much to artists, travelers, historians and seekers of rest and relaxation.
Explore this national park, lake and main town of San Carlos de Bariloche.
A Walk through Recoleta Cemetery
Geography and Wildlife:
Recoleta Cementery, in the upscale Recoleta Barrio of Buenos Aires, is the final resting place
of many of Argentina's wealthiest and most famous families and personages, including Eva Peron.
Oktoberfest takes place the first week of
October to coincide with the founding of the town, and is a joyous celebration of
European heritage with copious amounts of beer, traditional music, dance and cuisine.
Argentina celebrates Independence Day on July 9, the day in which the Acta de la
Declaración de la Independencia Argentina, the proclamation declaring independence
from Spain was signed in Tucuman, one of Argentina's oldest cities.
Edificio Kavanagh, commisioned in 1934 by Corina Kavanagh and designed by architects
Sánchez, Lago and De la Torre in the Rationalist and Art Deco styles popular at the
time, is a national historical monument that still maintains its impact against the
modern skyline above the Plaza San Martin in Buenos Aires.
This sensual, emotional dance began in the poorer areas of Buenos Aires and rose to
international fame before the rock 'n' roll era. Now it's back, more popular than ever.
Do you tango?
A mixed grill is an international favorite, and particularly popular in Argentina,
where beef is king, as well as in other South American countries.
The cowboys of South America: all brilliant horsemen, with similar histories and yet
so different. Begin this series with the Gauchos of Argentina, Uruguay and southern Brazil.
Join guest author Les Inglis in an evening at Buenos Aires's venerable theater.
A walk with photos through La Recoleta Cemetery in Buenos Aires where Eva Peron and other Argentine notables are buried.
Guest article by Les Inglis.
The Glaciers in Patagonia Argentina - South America
History:
This feature by guest author Marita Alisal spotlights Perito Moreno, the most famous glacier,
and some of the sightseeing possibilities in the area.
Between May and December, Southern Whales go to Golfo Nuevo and Golfo San José in
Argentina's Peninsula Valdes to mate. This feature by guest author Marita Alisal tells us
about whale watching excursions to see the whales, dolphins, sea birds and other marine life.
Parque Nacional Los Glaciares has 47 major glaciers, including Perito Moreno, the only one in the world
still growing, two lakes and is a favored destination in any season.
From tropical forests to Antarctic regions, Argentina has varied climates and terrains,
natural wonders and spectacular scenery to delight the visitor.
Patagonia and other sites are fossil-rich with numerous new species.
Discovering the regional variations in South America's second largest country.
The Jesuit Missions in South America began in Brazil, then spread to what is now
Argentina, Bolivia and Paraguay, with one in Uruguay. They are all on the tourist
mission circuit, and a worthwhile visit to learn about Spanish and Portuguese
colonial history.
José de San Martín
Various topics:
Revered as Argentina's greatest hero, San Martín was also Liberator of Chile and Protector of
Peru. Called Knight of the Andes and Santo de la Espada, he is also the subject of one
of history's unsolved mysteries.
Argentina Transportation Tips
Quick tips for using public transportation in Buenos Aires and the country, plus
some suggestions if you must drive.
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