The Iguazu Falls
The river takes its grandest leap just a short distance above its confluence with the Parana, where the Iguazu forms a boundary between Argentina and Brazil. Plunging at last off the edge of the plateau, the river thunders down in what one observer likened to the "awesome spectacle of an ocean pouring into an abyss." The thunderous roaring of the water can be heard from miles away.
Strung out along the rim of a crescent-shaped cliff about 2.5 miles long is a series of some 275 individual cascades and waterFalls separated by rocky, densely wooded islets. Some of the cascades plummet straight down for 269 feet into the gorge below. Others are interrupted by ledges and send up clouds of mist and spray, creating a dazzling display of rainbows.
Hostels
The Hostel Inn Iguazu (www.hostel-inn.com). (Ruta 12 km 16 Puerto Iguazú) Rooms from U$S 7. Hostel with huge swimming pool.
Things to do
Excursions to the Argentinian and Brazilian side. Excursions to see the forests and animals:
The Falls, which would be memorable in any setting, are made all the more beautiful by their lush surroundings. The luxuriant forests are filled with bamboo, palms, and delicate tree ferns. Brilliantly feathered parrots and macaws flit through the foliage, competing for attention with the exotic blooms of wild orchids, begonias, and bromeliads.
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Patagonia (Bariloche)
San Carlos de Bariloche was founded on May, 1902 on the shores of the Nahuel Huapi lake in the province of Río Negro. The city stands out for its architectural features and for being located in a priviledged region due to the beauty of its landscapes made up of mountains, woods, lakes, glaciers, and an exuberant flora.
It is one of the most populated cities in the province and one of the most important tourist centres in Argentina.
Within the centre arteries there are varied shops and commercial shop centres, cafeterias, and restaurants. Date of the national and international tourism, Bariloche can be enjoyed all the year long. In the spring and summer seasons, it is ideal for carrying out all kinds of excursions and outdoor activities; in winter, the snow offers a singular panorama, including the skiing spectacle in one of the most important Argentine centres for the practice of this sport in South America: Mount Cathedral. Within this frame, there exists the famous Fiesta Nacional de la Nieve (Snow National Celebration) which constitutes a truly international sporting, artistic and social event.
The regional chocolates, in any of its numberless varieties are the mostly appreciated souvenirs for all tourists. In some shops you can see the way the are elaborated. The marmalades elaboration made of regional fine fruits also stand out.
Hostels
The Hostel Inn Patagonia (www.hostel-inn.com). (Ruta 82, Km. 16. Lago Gutiérrez) Rooms from U$S 6 . Hostel with nice atmosphere and beautiful views to the Gutierrez lake and its private beach by the lake
Things to do
Many amazing discos, bars, Restaurants: The city also has an important busy night life.
Escursions to Mount Cathedral: one of the most important Argentine centres for the practice of skiing in South America. A place that has beautiful landscapes.
Excursions to Centro Civico : shops and commercial shop centres, cafeterias, and restaurants
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Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires is a wonderful combination of sleek skyscrapers, ornate friezes and turn-of-the-last-century grandeur -- at once ultrachic and tumbledown, up-to-date and firmly planted in the past.
It's possible to drink in the city's beauty and charm, and do so with the added benefit of favorable exchange rates.
The Tango: Performed in the streets, on stages, in cafes, the sorrowful and romantic nature of the dance is integral to the city.
Hostels
The Buenos Aires Hostel Inn (www.hostel-inn.com). (Humberto Primo 820) Rooms from U$S 7. Hostel, near downtwon, that offers free internet, free breakfast and all the Hostel-inn´s style
The Tango City Hostel Inn (www.hostel-inn.com). (Piedras 680) Rooms from U$S 5. The hostel is near downtown to and it also offers free internet, free breakfast, free pool and much more.
Things to do
Bike tours in BA
City tour: visiting the touristic points of the city
Tango excursion: going to Tango shows to have dinner and dance
Tigre tour (Tour by boat): visiting The fruit market, amuzment park, The Casino
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Info supplied by Adrian Geler
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