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for migratory birds. Windsurfing, regular surf-
ing, canoing and waterskiing are also popular.
Balcarce
Located in the sierra 40 miles north of Mar del
Plata, Balcarce is probably best known for its
famous resident, five-time world champion of
auto racing, Juan Manuel Fangio. Most come
here to visit the
Museo del Automovilismo
,
which was donated by Fangio. In addition to
displaying 10 of the driver's cars, along with
numerous trophies and awards, it traces the
evolution of the automobile. The
Autodromo
Juan
Manuel
Fangio
is another popular
attraction.
The natural beauty of the area is another popu-
lar reason for visiting Balcarce. Traveling
Route 226 north, you'll pass scenic ranches,
farms and rolling hills. The town is in an area
known as the
Cinco Cerros
for the series of
five hills there, including
Cerro El Triunfo
,a
naturally formed amphitheater.
OtherThings to Do
in Mardel Plata
Harbour Cruise
The
Anamora“YateFiesta”
offers a one-hour
cruise through the waters just off shore. Fea-
tured on the itinerary are Cabo Corrientes, the
Club Náutico, Isla de los Lobos (an offshore
island that doubles as a sea lion preserve),
