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Tourism, attractions, sightseeing, geography, photos, maps, art and entertainment, sports and recreation and practical information about the city and province of Mendoza.
Mendoza, Argentina
The center of Argentina's wine industry, Mendoza is an all-seasons destination for climbers, hikers, skiers, rafters, bikers, paragliders, naturalists, trekkers, and oenophiles.
Mendoza - sun, snow, wine
Mendoza, the capital of Mendoza province lies at the base of the Andes, closer to Santiago, Chile than Buenos Aires. It's a clean, well laid-out city, with parks and tree-lined streets and parks, the center of commerce and tourism for the area. It's also prime wine country, and an all-seasons destination for climbers, hikers, skiers, rafters, bikers, paragliders, naturalists, trekkers, and oenophiles. Enjoy these photos of some of the local attractions!
Things to Do and See in Mendoza, Argentina
Mendoza, the capital of Mendoza province lies at the base of the Andes, closer to Santiago, Chile than Buenos Aires. It's a clean, well laid-out city, with parks and tree-lined streets and parks, the center of commerce and tourism for the area. It's also prime wine country, and an all-seasons destination for climbers, hikers, skiers, rafters, bikers, paragliders, naturalists, trekkers, and oenophiles.
Views of Mendoza, Argentina
Mendoza, the capital of Mendoza province, at the base is a clean city, with parks and tree-lined streets and parks, the center of commerce and tourism for the area. It's also prime wine country, and an all-seasons destination for climbers, hikers, skiers, rafters, bikers, paragliders, naturalists, trekkers, and oenophiles. Enjoy these photos of some of the local attractions!
Hotels in Mendoza, Argentina
Mendoza is the capital of Mendoza province, part of the Cuyo region of western Argentina. Known for the wineries, the Andes, including Cerro Aconcagua, this area is a favorite with business and leisure travelers who come for the wine and the recreational activities. Many of the hotels listed here organize wine tours and sport adventures.
The Amazing Race 7 - Third Stop: Argentina
After a mandatory rest period in Santiago, the remaining nine teams, at staggered times, collected their next clue directing them to the underground garage at Paseo Bulnes in the city to collect their vehicles for a drive through the Andes to Punta Viejo, in Argentina and then on to Mendoza.
Aires de Montaña
On the banks of the Mendoza River, the resort is the ideal place to unplug and enjoy the beauty of nature. It offers massages and a “relaxation room” along the river. A restaurant overlooks the river.
Amazing Mendoza Tours :: Luxury tours of Argentina's wine country
"Amazing Mendoza Tours offers escorted trips to the best of Argentina's wine country: wine tasting, vineyard visits, gourmet food, scenic views of the Andes mountains, and a vibrant tango, music and art scene."
Argentina Rafting Expeditions
Rafting, kayaking, trekking, horse riding, mountain biking and more sports all year around on or near the Mendoza river.
Malargue Mendoza
Attractions include Caverna de las Brujas, La Payunia,Laguna Llancanelo with a photo gallery.
Bodegas Salentein
Winery and inn located south of Mendoza offers "visits and wine tastings at Bodega Salentein, horseback rides in Finca San Pablo (San Pablo Estate), walks around our vineyards, as well as relax by the swimming pool."
Mendoza -  Hoteles Cabañas
Hotels, apart hotels, cabins, inns and apartments in Mendoza and surrounding areas.
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Park Hyatt Mendoza and Regency Casino
"The hotel has a beautiful colonial facade, a gracious lobby and a landscaped courtyard with palm trees and fountains. The 186 guest rooms and suites provide a stylish and comfortable environment worthy of the hotel’s five-star amenities: a spa, gym and swimming pool. The hotel and adjacent park have the look and feel of a Park Avenue luxury hotel, at about a third the cost."

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