Travelers and tourists visiting Argentina call it a slice of Europe in Latin America. This is because the capital of the state of Buenos Aires, despite the national color, is similar to European cities. Another feature is the variety of landscapes, from sun-drenched sandy beaches to glaciers in the south of the country. Let's go to this amazing country to take a closer look at the man-made and natural sights of Argentina, located in different corners of the country.
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May Square
In the photo, the main attraction of the city of Buenos Aires is May Square. The central square of the capital dates back to 1580, and, in fact, the city began to rebuild from it.
It is named after the events that took place here in May 1810, and after 6 years the independence of the state was proclaimed on the square. It housed the main administrative buildings of the country, including the residence of the President.
In 1884, the square underwent a radical restructuring, and since then has witnessed both joyful and tragic events in the life of the Latin American country.
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Puente de la Mujer
The bridge, with such an unusual but romantic name, which translates as a woman’s bridge, spread across Dock 3 in the main city of Argentina.
An original construction footbridge connected the two streets of the Puerto Madero district. The author of the project was the illustrious Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava, and the author of the idea and sponsor of the construction was businessman Alberto Gonzalez.
The bridge got its name due to the fact that many streets carrying the names of famous women intersect in this area of the city. By the way, at most-beauty.ru see an article about the most beautiful Argentinean couple in history.
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Iguazu Falls
The greatest interest among tourists is the cascade of waterfalls located on the very border of Brazil and Argentina, and photos of this miracle of nature are placed in country guides.
Translated from the language of the Indian tribe of Guarani, the name of the waterfalls translates as "big water." The majestic complex includes about 275 waterfalls, and they formed, as geologists and historians found out, about 130 million years ago.
Waterfalls are part of the National Natural Park, and according to surveys of the inhabitants of the earth in 2011 they were recognized as one of the 7 wonders of the world.
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Martillo Island
Argentina is located in various climatic zones, because at its extreme southern tip is an amazing island, which is inhabited by small penguin colonies.
That is why the island in the Beagle Channel is often called the Penguin Island. You can meet here the majestic Royal Penguin, Papua penguins, as well as funny Magellanic penguins.
To protect the birds for tourists, specially laid paths from which it is forbidden to go, but the inhabitants of the island are clearly visible.
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Aconcagua
The highest peak of the Andes and the highest mountain of Argentina rises with its snow-covered cap over the province of Mendoza, and is one of the seven highest mountains of the world.
In the languages of the Indian tribes, the name is interpreted in different ways, but unofficially climbers called it "Colossus of America." The height of Aconcagua is 6,960.8 m, and it is the highest mountain outside of Asia.
After the first unsuccessful attempts, in 1897 the climber Matthias Zurbriggen, overcoming difficulties, conquered the wayward peak. Note that the members of his expedition did not dare to make the last leap and remained in the camp 200 m below the peak.
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Tierra del Fuego National Park
Just 11 km from the city of Ushuaia, on the mainland, is the island of Tierra del Fuego National Park. According to its geographical position, it is the most southern reserve of the planet.
The park occupies almost the entire island of the same name, and was founded in 1960. Here ends the Pan American Highway, as well as the terminal station of the southernmost railway line.
Rare plant species characteristic of the subantarctic climate grow here. More than 90 species of birds nest on the island, and from the animals you can meet the Canadian beaver, gray fox, European rabbit.
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Monument to the National Flag
Over the waters of the Parana River in the city of Rosario in the summer of 1957 an unusual complex dedicated to the National Flag opened.
It is also the memory of General Manuel Belgrano, who in 1812, during the War of Independence, hoisted a flag on the opposite bank of the river. The huge complex, with an area of 10 thousand m2, reflects the history of the struggle of the Argentines for their independence.
In the central part, a 70-meter stele rises up, and around the courtyard, where important events are held. The third part is devoted to the people and the Constitution.
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Basilica de la Merced
The second largest city in the country of Cordoba is popular with tourists for its many monuments of architecture and unique natural parks.
Among the architectural monuments, a special place is occupied by the Cathedral de La Merced, erected in the XVII century. The first church appeared on this site in 1697, and then in the XIX century the cathedral acquired its present form.
The temple resembles Roman basilicas, and two turrets with domes give it elegance. The interior is decorated with a unique altar and an old Baroque pulpit, dated 1776.
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Theater Colon
After independence, the country began to join the treasures of world culture, and opera became more and more popular.
Then the authorities decide to build an opera house in the capital, which opened in 1857. Then his auditorium accommodated 2.5 thousand spectators. But the first building was sold to the National Bank, and the new one was built in 1908.
The modern Colon Theater is the largest stage in South America, where recognized stars of world opera and classical ballet perform.
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Lighthouse Forest Eklirers
Above the ocean waves of the Beagle Channel on the deserted island of the archipelago of the forest, the Eklirers lights the way for passing ships to the planet's southernmost lighthouse.
It was built at the beginning of the twentieth century, and put into operation in December 1923. It is noteworthy that since then the lighthouse has been working without interruptions. By itself, it is small, only 10 meters high, but its flickering light is visible at a distance of 7.2 nautical miles.
The name of the group of islands and the lighthouse itself is translated from Spanish as “discoverers”. Nobody works at the lighthouse, but it is controlled remotely. Landing of tourists on the island is prohibited, so you can admire it only from the deck of the ships.
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La boca
Everyone who travels to the capital of Argentina must try to visit the most colorful, vibrant and famous area of this wonderful city.
Historians, based on documents and excavations, argue that it was from here that the main city of the state began to develop. In Spanish, the name of the area means "estuary", since it is here that the Matanza-Riachuelo River flows into La Plata.
It was here in 1536 that the sailors of the Mendoza expedition landed and founded the first settlement that grew up in the beautiful city of Latin America. Tourists rush here to experience the national atmosphere and flavor of Argentina.
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Los Glaciare National Park
Along the border with Chile on an area of 446 hectares, there are vast expanses of a unique natural park, founded in 1945.
In Spanish, the name of the park means “glaciers,” since large areas are covered with glaciers, as well as the snows of the enchanting gaze of the Andes of Patagonia. In the course of research, it was here that one of the largest ice caps was found outside of Antarctica.
The park’s most impressive glacier is called Perito Moreno, and it stretches 4 km in length with a height of more than 50 m. Under the glacier lies a mirror of Lake Argentino, on the banks of which the town of El Calafate was built.
13
Jesuit quarter and missions
The quarter, built by the Jesuits in Cordoba, was inscribed on the World Heritage List, and is a whole complex of religious and secular buildings.
The semantic center of the quarter is the church, and the nearby university. In addition, it housed a high school, artsy residential mansions and dormitories. All this rises above the waters of a lake surrounded by trees.
In 1767, the Jesuit Order was expelled from these territories, and all the buildings and the church became the property of the state.
14
Monumental Stadium
The whole world knows that Argentines, like Brazilians, are real magicians of a leather ball, and love football very much. And most importantly, they know how to play it.
At the same time, 67 thousand fans can immediately watch the game, and this is the country's most spacious sports arena. Because of this, the football field has become the main venue of the national football team. It’s also the home arena of River Plate Club.
The team was founded in 1901, and in 1938 acquired its own stadium. In addition to games, concerts and national holidays are held there.
15
Punta Tombo Nature Reserve
Tourists from all over the world come to this small reserve to look at its unique inhabitants. In the mating season, Magellanic penguins sail on the coast.
The Chubut provincial reserve stretches for only three kilometers, and its width does not exceed 600 m. But such an area is enough to protect penguins from the benefits of civilization.
The coast is famous for its sandy and gravel beaches, which are protected by cliffs. The most interesting thing is that adult penguins are not afraid of the presence of people and are happy to make contact.
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National History Museum
To find out the history of the country and see unique artifacts and artifacts, you must visit the National Museum of History, located among the beauties of Lesama Park.
The museum was founded at the end of the XIX century, and initially its exhibits told only about the history of the capital. Over time, expositions expanded, and today 30 rooms represent the general history of Argentina.
Presentations and conferences are held in the museum’s press center, and in its halls you can see rare household items, clothes, books and jewelry of the peoples living in Argentina.
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Cave de las Manos Cave
In the heart of Patagonia, in the province of Santa Cruz, there is one of the most famous caves in the world where rock painting was discovered.
Professor Carlos Grandin opened it to the world in 1964, and after conducting research, he discovered hundreds of handprints here. It is called Cueba de la Manos, which translates as “Cave of Hands”.
Among the prints there are mainly female ones, and the uniqueness is that these are the first and oldest traces of the presence of man on the continent.
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La cobersita
Among the mountain peaks in the picturesque Kalamachita Valley, at an altitude of almost 1,500 m above sea level, the village of La Coumersita is comfortably located.
It was founded in 1934, and now one thousand inhabitants live on its territory. In the 90 years it was made completely pedestrian, and tourists are attracted by the national color and beauty of nature.
After tasting national dishes in the restaurant, you can stroll among centuries-old trees, enjoying the beauties of mountain landscapes.
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Recoleta Cemetery
Tourists, walking along the alleys of the cemetery, among the sculptural compositions, crypts and chapels, do not immediately understand that this is actually a necropolis.
Among the architectural decoration, fountains and grapes festooned with grapes, the richest and most famous people of Argentina are buried. Just by reading the names of the buried, you can trace the whole history and cultural development of the country, because it is already a kind of open-air museum.
Here lie the beloved Argentineans Eva Peron, Julio Roca, Facundo Kyurogi and many other historical figures. Recoleta from Spanish means "Ascetic", and the cemetery dates back to 1732.
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Bookstore El Ateneo Grand Splendid
We complete the journey on Santa Fe Avenue of the Argentine capital, where the most beautiful and unusual bookstore in the world is located.
It is called "El Ateneo Grand Splendid" and is part of the famous Ateneo retail chain. The building was designed for the theater, which entered a beautiful building in 1919. After that, the building was converted into a cinema, where residents and guests of the city watched the first sound films of Argentinean cinema.
In 2000, the Ateneo firm bought the building, leaving a unique facade and interior and adapting the cinema to a bookstore.
Conclusion
Naturally, we were not able to cover all the sights of Argentina located on its map, but the most interesting and unique fit in our short article. We tried to answer the question of what to see first, but maybe one of our readers was in this wonderful country and will share our impressions in the comments.
Posted by Valery Skiba