THE BEST PARTS OF ARGENTINA

Passionately dancing to the rhythm of tango, drunk with wine in the vineyards of Cuyo, live the adventure at the Iguazu waterfalls and glaciers, touching the sky with the Train to the Clouds Salta! Argentina, a country with a thousand faces, your prior (p) invites you to discover!

How Argentina differs from its neighbors understand it the first time you visit. The history, traditions, and people of this country, everything is so inextricably linked with Europe, which the locals say jokingly that cannot be a mistake was made and found themselves on the other side of the world themselves! Despite the intense ties with the continent, this vast country has been able to formulate its own incomparable personality. We suggest five exciting ways to discover.

BUENOS AIRES - Tango: The melody of melancholy

Our acquaintance with Argentina starts from the capital Buenos Aires, which lies on the western mouth of the river Rio de la Plata, on the Atlantic coast. The European aura revealed a ride to La Boca, the district with colorful houses near the port, or a walk on the Boulevard 9 de Mayo, the Colon Theatre and buildings with facades belle epoque. Spanish and Italian immigrants brought here the culture and the air of the country, but above all, at that sweet melancholy which is the Argentine psyche trademark. The more authentic expression and yet the reason why you come to Buenos Aires is a dance that was once born in the slums of the port: the tango. The temperament of the people of Argentina lies within the lustful footwork of the dancers and the sad melodies recount lost loves, sufferings, and humiliations, with feeling and intensity breathtaking. Performances tango will watch some of the dozens of music venues, such as the Piazzola Tango and Esquina Carlos Gardel. If you charmed so much that they want to indulge themselves in the secrets of this sensual dance schools Porteno y Bailarin (the famous Fernando Serrano) and Parakultural offer lessons for beginners and advanced.

 

PATAGONIA- Between the Andes and the Atlantic

The dreamy image with vast meadows and gauchos (Argentine cowboys) in the vast pampas spontaneously accompanies the sounding name "Patagonia". The southern region of the country, however, reveals other, equally ... adventurous, faces. Approximately 3.5 hours flight from Buenos Aires they bring in Calafate, the capital of Santa Cruz province and a base for excursions to the National Park Perito Moreno. In a protected area of 115,000 hectares, hosts rare archaeological finds, but you Concentrate on the pride of the park, the famous glaciers, the first and best in Perito Moreno. This giant of ice traveled 260 km. From the Andes to the Argentino lake, where broken into huge chunks overboard with scary noise in a spectacle the like of which you've never seen! Enjoy the breath from a distance, thanks to daily sailing tours, starting at the Muelle Moreno ports and Punta Bandera (89 and 49 km. From Calafate respectively).

 

CUYO-streets of wine

Besides Maradona and the tango, the Argentine pride and for fine wine varieties cultivated in four provinces of the Cuyo region and which sweep the world quality awards. Locals always harbored a special affection for viticulture, but just before 15 years took off local production, with exports to exceed expectations. Currently operating in the country more than 200 organized vineyards, cellars and cellars, the region but Cuyo gives the most famous labels: Torrontes, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Chardonnay and Malbec, the pride of the Argentine crop, conquer global markets, while making wine tourism a very important part of the local economy. Following, then, the streets of wine, come to Mendoza, the province collects 80% of exports, and entryist the wine culture with a visit to some vineyards. We recommend the Bodega Dolium -the first with underground installations, and Fabre Montmayou, where you will participate in special tours escort and will taste the most famous wines directly from production!

NORTE- Ride celestial

Approaching the north, fertile vineyards of Cuyo succeeded by a wild landscape with subtropical valleys, huge bare mountains and deserts, storyline do you think of the Wild West. Are the provinces Catamarca, Jujuy, Tucuman, Salta and Santiago del Estero, which after years of isolation have found various ways to distract restless traveler. The most spectacular of these is the tourist train Tren a las Nubes in Salta, 1.605 km. North of Buenos Aires. Although dated in appearance, but the grace reaches ... heaven! From Salta station to the corresponding of La Polvorilla, undergoing total 434 km., Passing by dozens of bridges and tunnels and reaches an altitude of 4,200 meters. Select a unique ride filled with images of sublime beauty of Argentine north. If you prefer the "terrestrial" tours, explore the rugged mountains ... riding in the Tour context include crossing rivers, birdwatching and accommodation in traditional mountain homes. One of the most reputable companies is the Cabra Horco Expediciones, based in Raco, 50 km. From Sant Miguel de Tucuman (and 1,360 in Buenos Aires).

 

IGUAZU- lost in the jungle

We left the best for last. Approximately 1,350 km. North of Buenos Aires, on the border of the province of Misiones and Brazil, are the waterfalls of Iguazu. Approximately 300 number and 4 times higher than in Falls constitute one of the most exciting attractions in Latin America. In an area of 4 km. With tropical vegetation, offering an inconceivable spectacle, with their waters poured headfirst from a height of 70 m., Causing fog, combined with sunlight, creating tens of rainbows, composing a dreamlike backdrop. If ... "he says," your heart and you want to feel as far as close as possible to this magic, the Parque Nacional de Iguazu organizes many activities and excursions around ... and under the waterfalls. Select the tour boat to the Garganta del Diablo, where you will spend just under the waters, a refreshing experience like of which you have not experienced before!