Argentina Travel Guide
Ischigualasto Provincial Park (Valle de la Luna) in San Juan and the National Park Tampalaya in La Rioja, Argentina, are next to each other, and both paleontological and archaeological sites are of great importance. Vertebrate fossils, footprints and remains of dinosaurs, impressions of ferns and trunks of petrified araucarias are just some examples that show its relevance. They also have geological formations that were carved by wind and were curious figures, natural sculptures of great similarity to real forms. The fauna consists of guanacos, hares, hares, foxes, ferrets and squirrels in the mountains, among others. Finally, as can be seen Tampalaya multiple petroglyphs and ceramics of the inhabitants before the arrival of colonization, the subject of numerous scientific studies of researchers around the world. In both parks with the tourist guides and Tampalaya there is a private service vehicle is responsible for the Transfer of visitors.
The city of La Rioja and San Agustin del Valle Fertil (San Juan) are the nearest points to access to both parks.
Palmar National Park and Preserve near the town of Colón in Entre Ríos, aims to conserve a representative sample of the extensive palm groves that until the end of the last century extended throughout the area. These palm trees, up to 12 meters high, have leaves 2 feet long with stems about 40 cm in diameter. Many of these issues reach 200 years old. In this captivating wide park rich in flora and fauna, we find a special contrast is that between the palm groves and gallery forest along the river and streams.
There are several trails to know the park, some to be traveled by car and foot.
The Ibera marshes and ponds and their ecosystems that compose them are, without doubt, one of the richest biological areas in Argentina. Approximately 20 to 30% of the Esteros del Ibera Provincial Reserve consists of lagoons. There are over sixty who, together with estuaries and marshes, causing an atmosphere of high humidity, which resulted in the creation of a remarkable diversity of animal and plant species. Among the vegetables are Ombúes, Lapachos, jacaranda, Ceibos, Sauces, Espinillos, Yatai palms, and floating plants like Irupé, pond lilies, the sprouts and duckweed. Among the fauna are large reptiles as Jacare, rodents such as the coypu and capybara (the largest rodent in the world), marsh deer, howler monkey or the Howler, Chico Grey Fox, Bobcat, Armadillo Black or Tatu, Ferrets addition, Hares, Weasels, Vizcachas, Boas, Cascabel, Yarará, etc. There are also hundreds of species of birds and many insects, including butterflies are beautiful and varied. Read the rest of this entry »
Declared “Patrionio World Natural Heritage by UNESCO, is a sublime spectacle. Located in a wild, wild subtropical vegetation, 275 jumps with heights can exceed 70 meters, forming a world of waterfalls that crash down with such force that atomized droplets form clouds, in which sunlight breaks in spectacular rainbow. Among the major jumps we can name the Mitre, Belgrano, Rivadavia, Three Musketeers, San Martín, Bozzetti, Dos Hermanas and the famous Garganta del Diablo, one of the most spectacular falls in size and dramatic effect. Iguazú National Park, home to the famous waterfalls, contains more than 400 species of birds, about 2000 plant species and an immeasurable world of insects, which makes this biome one of the richest natural environments in the country. Encuantra near the town of Puerto Iguazu.
Argentina’s Tren a las Nubes is one of the three world’s highest railway, which passes through breathtaking mountains of the Andes between landscapes. Part of the city of Salta, crosses the valley of Lerma, to enter the Quebrada del Toro and get to the Puna. The final point is the 1350 km where the viaduct The Polvorilla of 224 meters long by 63 high. It is the highest in the entire line of the convoy, at 4200 m. and one of the largest in the world for its characteristics. The train runs almost fifteen hours round trip, crossing 29 bridges, 21 tunnels, 13 viaducts, 2 spirals, and two zig-zags. With its high altitude clouds are often seen under bridges or on the slopes, hence its name. Read the rest of this entry »
Cultural and Natural Patrimony of Humanity in Argentina, walk is to live in full color and beauty of nature with the magic of immemorial culture. Quebrada link the villages history and ancestral traditions. Naturally persists ancient pre-Columbian culture along with the imprint of the conquest, as the cult to the Pachamama, the Inti Raijmi the Manca Fiesta, the signal, Flach, the Misachicos, Carnival’s passionate, deep devotion to the Virgin and Santos and Andean music. All of this highlighted by the warmth and hospitality of its inhabitants.The attractive hills that accompany this Quebrada, are themselves a wonderful show, highlighting the Hill of Seven Colors in the town of Purmamarca, which is unique in the region and the rest of the country. The combination of colors that make the difference and delight to the eyes of the viewer. Read the rest of this entry »
The city of Buenos Aires, one of the most important in Latin America, is a cosmopolitan city and multifaceted. With evident universal influence astonishes the tourist. It is the capital of Argentina and vital bond of the nation. European architecture, many streets recall those of Paris. Witnesses of its important cultural life is its numerous museums, exhibitions and conferences, art galleries, cinemas and theaters with national and international first class. The Colon, one of the most important opera houses in the world, is seat, together with some other scenarios, an intense musical activity that comprises all genres including of course the famous and typical Tango, and the city is frequently visited by orchestras, groups and soloists from around the globe. See financial, stock exchange and economic life, is the main port in the nation. Your business is very intense, reflected in numberless shops of the world’s leading brands, galleries and shopping malls. Its nightlife is varied and runs until the wee hours of the morning. Read the rest of this entry »
Argentina Starting from the viewpoint, one descends several steps (some carved in the rock) to the Iguazu River and walk through a very pretty stone path. There, visitors can see an abundance surrounded by jungle and enjoy the view from the bottom of the falls of Iguazu Falls in Misiones.
The hearing starts at hop Lanusse. After passing through the jump Alvar Nunez leads to a spectacular panoramic place from which you can see perfectly the Garganta del Diablo. Going a little further, it is possible to observe the island of St. Maarten and right, jump San Martín. At the end of the ride lower Iguazu Falls, is the jump Bossetti. Read the rest of this entry »
Argentina Iguazu Falls are located 22 kilometers from the exit of the Iguazu River in the Paraná River. At the top of the falls, the river is formed curves of varying widths, having also some small islands.
From Augustine Island, Iguazu River about 1500 meters opens into a large “U” with a steep slope. In this huge curve, emerging islands, elongated islands and reefs that break the Iguazu River into several branches. When they reach the ravine, every island and reef causes a jump, which together form the range of Iguazu Falls.
Among the most important jumping the Iguazu Falls on the Argentina side, we highlight the Alvar Nuñez in the lower circuit walk in the park, the Two Sisters, Bossetti, Chico Alferez and Ramirez, located in the upper circuit and a average height of 40-60 meters, and Lanusse, below the Alvar Nuñez. Read the rest of this entry »
Argentina Iguazu Falls are a tourist attraction par excellence. While the natural environment is well protected within National Parks found in the vicinity of the Falls is possible to find hotels of different categories and other accommodations, such as inns or hostels and boutique hotels.
Hotels in Niagara Falls are located on both sides of river. Tourism can choose not only a lodging with the location they prefer, but also those hotels in Niagara Falls that meet their needs and tastes. Read the rest of this entry »