Argentina Tourist Attractions
Argentina, or the “land of silver”, is a favored destination for tourists from far and wide. The ample and diverse natural assets of this huge country and its rich cultural heritage has endeared Argentina to most tourists and made it a destination for all.
Whether you want to drown in the panoramic beauty of wonderful cities or check out the highest and lowest points in the South American continent, Argentina will not disappoint you. Argentina is also the starting point of the scintillating journeys undertaken by the adventurous travelers into the ravishingly beautiful wonderland of Antarctica.
Argentina is home to a large number of tourist attractions. The tourist attractions in Argentina are diverse in nature and considerably different from each other, ensuring a pleasurable time for tourists of all ages and varied likings.
Some Popular Argentina Tourist Attractions:
Buenos Aires: Lovingly called Paris of South America, it is an extremely sophisticated city and is an ample proof of the perfect example of the Argentinean culture. It is a potpourri of exotic food, wine, architectural styles and the carefree spirit of tango.
Iguazu Falls: Taller than the Niagara Falls, this is also referred to as the “gateway to Argentina”.
Patagonia: In Patagonia you discover a different Argentina. Here you can meet the gorgeous whales and penguins in Peninsula Valdes and the lake region of Bariloche. You can also come face-to-face with the wildlife in the world-renowned national parks and glaciers in El Calafate, and Tierra del Fuego.
Mendoza: Mendoza should feature prominently in the itinerary of lovers of food and wine. This is also a preferred destination for adventure sports lovers.
Salta: In the beautiful northern region of Argentina lies the ancient and most out of the ordinary colonial town of Salta. A train journey through the picturesque scenery is an unforgettable memory.
The Atlantic Coast: The Atlantic Coast is a tourist destination of choice for Argentines as well as international tourists. Numerous hotels and villas on the coastline offer enchanting views of the ocean and is an ideal place to unwind.
The various Argentina Tourist Attractions include the following:
- Montserrat
- San Telmo
- Casa Rosada
- Cathedral Metropolitana
- The Museum of Colonial History
Cordoba is located on the bank of the River Primero and reflects the colonial past of the country and makes for one of the finest Tourist Attractions in Argentina The various tourist sites located here include:
- El Cabildo (the Town Hall)
- Sierras de Cordoba
- Casa del Obispo Mercadillo Chiclayo
- Church of San Francisco
La Plata, the capital of the Buenos Aires Province, is a vital commercial, administrative and cultural seat and houses one of Argentina’s best universities. The various tourist sites situated here are as follows:
- Sierra de la Ventana
- Cerro de la Ventana
- Ernesto Tornquist Provincial Park
Mar del Plata, located on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean is the biggest seaside beach resort in Argentina and is one of the major fishing ports. The tourist spots worth visiting in this city are as follows:
- Museum of Modern Art
- Museum of the port of Mar del Plata
- Museum of Natural Science
Discovered in 1561, Mendoza, situated in the west of Argentina, is the capital of Mendoza Province and you will be elated to visit the following places of interest here:
- Natural history museum
- Foundational Area Museum
- National Wine Museum
Officially discovered in 1793, Rosario is one of the major commercial and industrial centers offering the following places of interest to its visitors:
- Monumento a la Bandera
- Parque Independencia
- La Florida Beach
Situated in the mid-east of the country, near the junction of the Parana and Salado rivers, Santa Fe is a transportation and commercial base for a rich agricultural area and offers the following Tourist Attractions in Argentina:
- Cayasta
- Monumento Nacional a la Bandera
- Lihue Calel National Park
Predominated by subtropical vegetation and snow-capped mountains, the Andean province of Tucuman offers the following Argentina Tourist Attractions:
- l Cadillal
- Raco
- EL Siambon
Among the other Argentina Tourist Attractions are included the following International Events in Argentina:
- Buenos Aires Book Fair
- Buenos Aires Independent International Film Festival
- ArteBA - Contemporary Art Fair
