TOURISM IN ARGENTINA - South America
Argentina is a popular South American country with a huge geographic diversity
and a great place for diverse tourism destinations.
It is the 8th
largest country in the world and the tourist map of the country is divided into
number of geographical areas. From the snow-capped peaks and glaciers of the
Andes to the dusty plains of Patagonia or lush rainforest of Missiones or ride
the horse in the red mountains of Salta. Argentina is well endowed with
natural resources where the economy mainly has an export-oriented agricultural
sector. Argentina tourism experience is enhanced by the friendly people who are open to
the visitors.
Argentina tourism is divided in six major regions:
REGION 1: Pampas -
Plains and beachesPampas is the plain area is full of cities and intense cultural activities and sprawling beaches. It is also the agricultural heartland of Argentina tourism and also the mainstay of the Argentine economy. Thousands of cattle are raised in this region.
Buenos Aires is also the part of Pampas region, Mar del Plata is situated in the province of Buenos Aires, is a very popular beach and Argentina tourism area. Pampas is divided into Dry Pampas west and south and Humid Pampas that wander along the seaboard. Buenos Aires is the main point of entry and departure in this region. This region is too big to cover in one trip. Argentina has world class beaches and several tourists who come here enjoy them before moving to the other regions. Popular cities include La Pampa, Santa Fe and Sierras de Cordoba which offers beautiful beach resorts. Buenos Aires also has several museums, Architectural landmarks, cafes, boutiques, galleries, gardens and shopping plazas.
REGION 2: Mesopotamia and the Northeast - Iguazu Falls
The star point of attraction of Argentina tourism are the Iguazu Falls on the Parana River, the border with Brazil and Paraguay. They are a true natural wonder of the world, even though not as famous as the Niagara or Victoria Falls but we think they are far more exciting and attractive. Iguazu is a massive array of over 200 separate waterfalls, a World Heritage Site, which form a portion of the border between Argentina and Brazil. Devil's Throat is the star at Iguazu, the tallest waterfall, also consuming the largest amount of water. This is an area of heavy rainfall resulting in a tropical climate of swampy lowland forests and upland savannahs. The Iguazu Falls are situated in the province of Misiones on the north-eastern tip.
Mesopotamia has some of the most popular Argentina tourism attractions, mainly the Iguazu Falls and the Iguazú National Park, and the Jesuit monasteries in Missiones. Missiones are located in the northern part of Mesopotamia area and are largely covered by subtropical forest, with alligators, toucans and monkeys. Tree ferns, orchids and large trees can also be found.
REGION 3: Chaco - Flora, Fauna and Savanna
Located in northeastern Argentina, between Parana River and northwestern Argentina highlands . The flora and the fauna, the natural reservations and the protected parks are the biggest attractions in the Chaco. The Chaco contains both grassland and thorny forest. It has an area of 99,633 square km most of which is low hardwood forest and savanna in the drier northwest. Gran Chaco region which extends into Brazil, Paraguay and Bolivia experiences extremely hot summers, but this area is agricultural.
REGION 4: Cuyo and the Andean Northwest
In this region the tourists find Andean peaks , salt lakes, cold arid with a range of climates. The region of Cuyo contains the Provinces of Mendoza, San Luis,Tucuman, Jujuy, Mendoza, San Juan Salta, and La Rioja. Very little rain falls in Cuyo,the eastern side is formed by fertile river valleys and subtropical lowlands of the Gran Chaco. Red mountains of Salta and Jujuy are famous too.
Andean range runs almost the entire length of the western border. The Andes Mountains Argentina is one of the most sought after natural wonders. The Andes Mountains in Argentina is an ideal base for adventure enthusiasts and trekkers to undertake a number of trekking trips and to experience the invigorating mountain air. This region is a great Argentina tourism destination.
REGION 5: Patagonia - Glaciers, forests and lakes
Patagonia boasts of beautiful glaciers, forests and lakes and a perfect mountaineer's playground. Patagonia’s Atlantic coastline of Argentina is a scenic cornucopia of whales, seals, penguins, and other wildlife. Visit the Perito Moreno Glacier and Penguin colonies near Ushuaia. Patagonia's Argentina tourism also holds vast reserves of oil and coal. The glaciers and the area around San Carlos de Bariloche are a year-round resort areas for skiers, trekkers and nature lovers.
REGION 6: Tierra del Fuego - Water Sports, wildlife and more
Located at the southern tip of South America, the Tierra Del Fuego archipelago includes one large island (48,100 sq km) in size, and a series of smaller ones, also called the land of Fire. Argentina tourism attraction includes Tierra del Fuego, which is the only coastal national park, and water is a prime attraction: fishing, kayaking, maritime wildlife, stunning fjords, transcendent seascapes. Northern Isla Grande is similar in terrain to Patagonia's plains, while the mountainous area in the south is filled with forests and glaciers. The coastal wildlife is rich and diverse, with many sea birds, and seals and walruses.
Best places to visit and popular tourist attractions of Argentina:
1. Buenos Aires is a cosmopolitan city with good architecture, shopping, nightlife and city center.
2. Iguazu waterfalls and semitropical jungle.
3. Buenos Aires Tango cultural event where you can dance all night long with the locals, it is an integral part of Argentina tourism .
4. The Recoleta Cemetery where the legends of Argentina are laid to rest.
5. Bariloche Argentina located on a picturesque lake and in the Andes mountains range.
6. Salta Argentina for Inca ruins, hills, historic sights and excellent fishing.
7. Argentina beef and authentic cuisines including great parillas, good beef and chorizo.
8. The Colon Theater in Buenos Aires for opera performances.
9. Argentina wine and Mendoza region tourism is a popular Argentina tourism destination.
10. Skiing in the Andes with its breathtaking views, fishing around the lake regions of Patagonia.
11. Talampaya: Home to the long extinct dinosaurs.
12. Puerto Madryn beach and tourism paradise with activities such as yachting, windsurfing, sport fishing, and diving.
13. Cordoba immerse yourself in the colonial architecture of Argentina.
Argentina Climate: Argentina experiences a temperate climate, arid in the south-east and sub-Antarctic in the south-west.
Official Language:
Spanish.
Tourists going for Argentina Tourism should consider learning some basic words which will be a great help when dealing with the local population.
Capital of Argentina:
Buenos Aires
Time Zone:
GMT - 3.
Currency:
Argentine Peso.
People coming for Argentina tourism should get some Peso's from their bank or at the airport.
Electricity:
220 V, 50 Hz.
