Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Atlantic Coast
Despite a huge coastline, Argentina isn't known for its seafood. If you're
near the sea, however, there are places to sample fish, shrimp, oysters and king crab.
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Lake District
The area around Bariloche is known for its wild boar, venison and trout -
plus locally made chocolates. (
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Patagonia
If you like lamb, you'll like Patagonia. Here,
cordero
is on every menu and
sheep ranches reign supreme. (
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Memorable Landscapes
Argentina is made up of amazing landscapes, from cactus-filled deserts to lofty Andean
peaks to deep-blue lakes and verdant forests. Throw in the wonders of Iguazú Falls and
Patagonia, and the word 'unforgettable' comes to mind.
Andean Northwest
Undulating desert landscapes are punctuated by sentinel-like cacti,
alien rock formations and whole mountainsides sporting palettes of colors. (
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Iguazú Falls
Spanning more than 2.5km, these are the most incredible waterfalls you will
ever see, bar none. (
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Lake District
Argentina's 'little Switzerland' is just that - snowdusted mountains looming
over lakes edged by forest. (
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Andes Mountains
Strung along the whole of South America, this spectacular mountain
range is stunningly beautiful. (
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Patagonia
Not many regions in the world can evoke the mysticism, wonderment and
yearning of Argentina's last frontier - even if most of it is barren, windy nothingness.
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Wildlife
Argentina's environments translate into homes for many creatures, from the flightless,
grasslands-loving ñandú (rheas) to the majestic Andean condors and pumas, to the
desert-dwelling camelids such as llamas, guanacos and vicuñas.
Península Valdés
This bleak, oddly shaped peninsula attracts a plethora of wildlife such
as southern right whales, elephant seals, Magellanic penguins and orcas. (
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Los Esteros del Iberá
Rich and amazing wetlands that harbor a wide range of interesting
critters, from comical capybaras, black caimans and howler monkeys to countless bird
species. (
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