Depending upon the time of day and light available, the Patagonia Is the name for the southern
southern third of Argentina.
colours of the new icebergs range from white to dirty
brown, but as they hit the Atlantic Ocean water their colour
turns to stunning aquamarine blue. There are thirteen
glaciers to see.
Ushuaia is the southernmost city in Argentina and in the
world. Getting there on the “End of the World” train (Tierra
del Fuego) visitors enjoy breathtaking views of snow
covered mountains, rivers, lakes, and a vast unspoiled
natural forest on the ridge of the Andes mountains.
Natural Attractions
Jardin Botanico in Buenos Aires is a romantic garden,
with an array of medicinal herbs and a horticultural school.
Iguazu Falls (Cataratas del Iguazu) is named by the
Guarani Indian word meaning ‘great waters’. The virgin
jungle of Igazu National Park surrounds the falls, which is
home to 2000 species of flora (gigantic trees, ferns, lianas,
orchids), 400 species of birds (parrots, hummingbirds,
toucans to name just a few), and other animals (jaguars
and yacares (or caimans). These may be watched from a
series of catwalks (wooden or metal bridges) and platforms
that have been constructed for this purpose.
The Parana River supplies the water for the 275 separate
falls.
The Garganta del Diablo (Devil’s Throat) Falls is the
highest, reaching a height of 70 m (230 ft), which is one-
and-a-half times higher than Niagara Falls in Canada.
This area attracts mountaineers–nature lovers–sports
enthusiasts and sightseers alike. It has some of the highest
peaks in the southern hemisphere, ancient forests and
some of the world’s most important glaciers and fossil-
rich coastal cliffs that were explored by Charles Darwin, a
British naturalist and scientist.
Trelew is the world’s largest gathering of elephant seals.
This Argentinean destination is found on the Peninsula
Valdes. The largest colony of Magellan Penguins is
located in Punta Tombo.
Los Glaciares National Park (Parque Nacional Los
Glaciares) is the second largest nature park in Argentina,
extending for 170 km (106 miles) along the border with
Chile. This area is characterized by rugged mountains
and clear lakes. Some 40 per cent of the park’s 6600 sq.
km (2548 sq. miles) is covered by vast ice fields with 47
major glaciers. Upsala Glacier is the largest, but the most
popular is Moreno Glacier. Visitors watch massive pieces
of ice break off and fall into Lago Argentino, the largest
lake in Argentina, to form icebergs. Visitors can view the
advancing Moreno Glacier from catwalks (wooden or metal
bridges) and platforms.
Nahuel Huapi National Park (Parque Nacional
Nahuel Huapi) offers trekkers many areas of
natural beauty, including an extinct volcano
called Tronador. Lake Nahuel Huapi is a
glacier lake that stretches for 100 km (63 miles)
on the border with Chile. The lake houses a
nature reserve called Isla Victoria, reached only
by private or organized boat trips.
Historical Attractions
La Boca is a working class neighborhood in
Buenos Aires and the home of famous football
player Diego Maradonna. The “tango” dance
was invented in La Boca. This area has grown
into a center of art and restaurants housed
in colourful metal houses. Argentine artists, as well as
international exhibitors live here.
La Recoleta is an upscale expensive neighborhood in
Buenos Aires where the city’s wealtheir citizens meet.
Elegant and refined, this barrio (neighborhood) surrounds
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