The Petrification process What to see nearby Practical tips for visiting Planning your trip Getting there Nearby destinations to visit (relatively speaking) Most national parks exist to protect forests, flora, and fauna. Jaramillo National Park is different. It exists to protect a fossilized – or petrified – forest, one that existed 175–170 million years ago. […]

Glaciers in Argentina are spread over a length of about 3500 kilometers in the west of the country, more specifically in the Andes, and are spread over 12 provinces of the country. 90% of the earth’s freshwater is found in glacier areas, and after Antarctica and Greenland comes the “Los Glaciares” region, which is partly […]

The gastronomy of a country is a good opportunity to understand and learn about the local culture. In Argentina, the local cuisine has been influenced, among other things, by the various migrations of Spaniards and Italians who emigrated to Argentina in several waves of immigration.  Argentine cuisine is not just made up of THE Argentine […]

Argentina is known for its good meat, and in general, you eat very well in this beautiful country! Beverages, however, are also very distinctive and have a great impact on Argentine cuisine and culture. Some drinks from Argentina are known beyond the country’s borders and are also highly appreciated abroad. Here are some of the […]

Argentina is home to a huge variety of falls. The most famous waterfall of Argentina without question is Iguazu. It is a magical place. It is worth a visit to Argentina just for this experience. There are other beautiful waterfalls in Argentina too – stunning, natural cascades in amazing places – just on a smaller […]

Tango – it takes two baby! Sensual, intense and dramatic, the tango is Argentina’s best-known export. A distinctive art form, the tango is recognised worldwide as the definitive Argentinian dance (though Uruguay lays claim to it too!).  With intense eye contact and complex and intricate footwork (goodness knows how the women manage it in those […]

If you crave a slower pace of life and enjoy extreme nature (and weather), Patagonia may be the place for you. That said, you can’t really generalize what it is to live in Argentine Patagonia. The southern segment of South America is extremely varied in its landscape and climate, so life varies according to where […]

If you’re looking for an unforgettable adventure, you need to add El Chaltén, Argentina and Mount Fitz Roy to your list. These two landmarks are located in the heart of Patagonia and offer some of the most stunning landscapes in the entire country. 

Patagonia is known for its spectacular scenery of ice-capped mountains, crystalline lakes and ancient glaciers. But most of these features are concentrated in the north-south band surrounding the Andes Mountains that divide Chile and Argentina. The majority of the landscape is covered by the Patagonian steppe – a flat, treeless plateau with a cold dry […]

One country that tourists and the tourism industry often overlook is Argentina. This country has so much to offer in the way of history, culture and natural beauty. But the cherry on top that makes this country one of the top five places to visit is the various Argentinian celebrations. Regardless of when you decide […]