Viva Argentina! 5 Reasons to Travel to Argentina

Have you already planned holidays in Argentina? If not, it's high time to change that. In Patagonia, you will discover beautiful, spectacular and unique natural wonders, dance sensual tango on the cobblestone streets of San Telmo in Buenos Aires, drink a glass of Malbec looking at the Andean peaks visible in the distance, and at the very end you will regret that you have to leave this fantastic and inspiring country.

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BRAZIL, ARGENTINA - Buenos Aires, Ushuaia, El Calafate, Iguazu, Rio de Janerio
"Paris of the South", or Buenos Aires - the city of passion, wine and tango. Then Patagonia, the legendary land of lakes, with the most remote corner of the world at the forefront.

1. You will feel the atmosphere of the divine Buenos Aires!

A trip to Argentina is incomplete without a visit to the country's capital. The vibrant city of BA is a truly cosmopolitan metropolis that is a kind of combination of New York, Paris, Madrid and Rome. Just 100 years ago, it was considered one of the richest cities in the world, but today it attracts tourists from all over the world with its beautiful relics of a bygone era. The entire city is made up of 48 districts called Neighborhoods:

• La Boca It attracts with the colorful style of its streets and artistic soul. It has always been a poor district of workers and immigrants. Today, it is decorated with numerous murals, street dancers and trendy taverns that fill up with tourists and thrill seekers during the day.

• San Telmo, Monserrat and San Nicolas make up the city center. Here you will see the widest street in the world – 9th of July Avenue – and the Obelisk located in its central point, next to which stands the famous Teatro Colon – the most important cultural building in the city. Nearby is the Presidential Palace (Casa Rosada), Plaza de Mayo and Avenida de Mayo connecting with the park and the impressive building of the National Congress. On the street Trade every Sunday is one of the most popular markets in all of South America. Bargain hunters will find beautiful antiques, exquisite handicrafts and the best souvenirs here.

• Microcentro is a district full of busy businessmen, headquarters of international companies, elegant hotels, luxury boutiques and popular restaurants. Numerous shopping centers will meet the expectations of even the most demanding customers.

• Puerto Madero is a former port district, whose old buildings have been replaced by glass skyscrapers or converted into atmospheric restaurants and loud clubs full of party people. A characteristic element is Puente de la Mujer - one of the modern symbols of the city. The district is adjacent to numerous green areas and a nature reserve - a popular place for active recreation and family picnics.

• Tigre is a town located near Buenos Aires in the Parana River Delta. The river itself is ideal for sailing and water sports, and the town is full of colonial architectural gems. A popular place for day trips and weekend getaways.

Buenos Aires & Patagonia

ARGENTINA - Buenos Aires, Puerto Madryn, Ushuaia, El Calafate, Iguazu
First the passion and energy of Buenos Aires, then the natural commotion of Puerto Madryn - colonies of sea lions and penguins. Then unearthly views - cliff coasts, peat bogs, or stretches of green meadows of Tierra del Fuego. Finally, the cold of one of the largest glaciers on Earth.

Magical Buenos Aires captivates from the first sight – with its numerous architectural gems, spacious avenues, green parks and recreational areas. Every evening, countless restaurants and bars are filled to the brim, Porteños (the people of Buenos Aires) talk loudly, eat and drink a lot, and the loud laughter lasts until late at night. The next morning you will meet them again in a café for a sweet breakfast and strong coffee. All Argentines have their favorite pubs, some of which have been operating continuously for over 150 years, and the tradition of going to a given place can be passed down from generation to generation. After breakfast, go to The Athenaeum – a bookstore located in an old theater building, visited by over a million people a year. Finally, take a trip on the metro – line A, which runs through the city center, has the most atmospheric metro cars in the world. Buenos is divine!

La Boca

2. You will see a true miracle of nature – Iguazu Falls

During holidays in Argentina you will definitely end up in the Missiones province in the north of the country - in this land squeezed between Brazil and Paraguay you will see one of the biggest attractions of the entire continent, a natural wonder of the world - the majestic Iguazu Falls. In the language of the Indians guarani This name means “big water” – it’s hard to find a more accurate description.

The largest waterfall system consists of almost 300 water falls, the highest of which is over 80 meters. Every second, over 2 liters of water fall several dozen meters down, raising a huge cloud of water visible from afar, and the roar of Iguazu can be heard from several hundred meters away. Bring a change of clothes! You will definitely want to get as close to the Devil's Throat as possible; for the convenience of visitors, dozens of piers and footbridges have been built, on which you can walk and feel the element on your own skin. For those who like views from above, a helicopter flight over this amazing scenery will be a real pleasure.

If that's not enough attractions for you, the Brazilian side of the waterfalls is also waiting to be discovered, and the Iguazu National Park offers the opportunity to see numerous, colorful birds, monkeys and jaguars.

Iguazu Falls

3. Go to the end of the world – to Patagonia!

It is hard to say where exactly this magical land begins, and an even harder task would be to try to find its end. It occupies almost 25% of the country's surface - more than twice the size of Poland! Despite this, it is inhabited by only about 2 million people. It reaches from the high, rocky and eternally snowy Andean peaks to the cold and turbulent waters of the South Atlantic, which wash over the harsh and jagged coasts of Tierra del Fuego. What attracts tourists to these endless areas? Visitors to Patagonia will find unimaginable spaces, unique sceneries on a global scale, landscapes untouched by human hands and places where magnificent nature shows its power and beauty in its fullest and purest form.

We will get a taste of the adventure in the popular resort of Bariloche – the Alpine landscapes are particularly popular with skiers and mountain climbers. Heading to the eastern coast, we will reach Puerto Madryn. The town situated on the bay is the best place to visit the Valdes Peninsula. Lovers of fauna come here from all over the world to admire whales, orcas, penguins and other rare species. The Valdes Peninsula is currently a biosphere reserve and one of the places on the UNESCO list. For lovers of mountain landscapes, hiking and multi-day trekking, Los Glaciares, Perito Moreno and El Chanten await. It is here that you can see one of the Patagonian symbols, the vertical walls of the rocky peak Fitz Roy, and if you have ever wondered where the end of the world is, a visit to Ushuaia may help you a little.

For true adventure seekers, a trip to Argentina may be associated with a cruise to Antarctica or around Cape Horn. Are you looking for excitement? Patagonia will not disappoint you!

Fitz Roy - Patagonia

4. asado and wine – you will try the specialties of Argentina

Do you like to eat and drink well? You've come to the right place. Argentines are true hedonists who start thinking about the next meal while they're still having dessert. The recipe for success? Lots of sweets, meat and red wine.

True Argentines start their day with a sweet croissant and strong coffee. It's better to leave some space in your stomach for something bigger. Dishes that don't contain meat don't count as a meal, just remember that beef is synonymous with meat here - sometimes when you order a dish without meat, you'll get chicken, for example. asado this is the most Argentine tradition, it is almost a cultural and social event that gathers a group of friends and family at a common table. It can be compared to a Polish barbecue, but here it takes place even several times a week. Just remember that dinner in Argentina only occasionally starts before 22 p.m., and asking for dinner before 00 p.m. will be considered insane. And what to choose in a restaurant? Instead of trying to remember dozens of names and types of meat, it is better to ask the waiter for advice - his prominent belly is a sign of great knowledge about the dishes served. You will forget about boring additions or salads: on your plate you will find a huge piece of meat prepared with the greatest reverence. The famous La Brigada serves steaks so soft and juicy that you use a spoon to cut them!

Each restaurant has its own master who is only responsible for preparing meat on grills called grill. There are special schools for training in this profession, the most elite courses last several years, and the best parrilleros are sought after by restaurants and adored by customers.

Ask for a bottle of red wine with the meat. Malbec or – even better – take a trip to one of the wineries in Mendoza or Salta. And if you still have room for dessert after all that, ask for caramel cookies and/ or fudge. Bon appétit!

Vineyard in Mendoza

5. You will meet amazing people and an interesting culture. In the land of tango and football

Argentina it's not just beautiful landscapes, colonial cities and exquisite cuisine. It's also wonderful and proud people, a rich and tragic history and a fascinating culture. A holiday in Argentina will also allow you to discover the less obvious treasures of the country. We can all certainly name a few famous Argentines. Everyone has probably heard of Maradona and Messi - regardless of the discipline, athletes from this country are among the world's top - literature lovers certainly know Luis Borges and Julio Cortazar, and since Francis has been the Pope, the country's inhabitants have started to joke that now even God is Argentine. Famous people who come from here also include the famous revolutionary - Che Guevara or the current Queen of the Netherlands, Maxime Zorreguieta. What connects all these people? What adjectives can be used to describe an ordinary resident of Buenos Aires or Mendoza?

They are temperamental, arrogant and conceited, often convinced of their superiority and always stick to their own opinion until the end. They are eager to point out the mistakes of others, although they hardly notice their own flaws. However, despite this, they are very friendly, relaxed and open. They treat their loved ones and new acquaintances warmly. This explosive mixture of temperament, Latin passion and big heart makes meetings with Argentines a real pleasure and a fantastic opportunity to get to know this country better. The nation itself is multicultural: for hundreds of years, the indigenous, local population has mixed with immigrants from the farthest corners of the world, who came here in search of happiness and a new life. However, regardless of their roots, they have many things in common: the entire nation is crazy about football - in particular, matches with Brazil, Uruguay and Chile cause the streets to die out, and entire families sit in front of the TV to support albicelestes. Argentines also have rich and beautiful interiors and romantic souls - after all, this is where the famous tango comes from, a dance and music famous all over the world, considered one of the most beautiful, romantic and intimate musical experiences.

Dancers from Buenos Aires

A holiday in Argentina is a real feast for all the senses. Beautiful landscapes of the Patagonian provinces, seductive tango rhythms, exquisite cuisine and wines full of sun and fruit. This distant land has been attracting people from all over the world for hundreds of years - discover what is so magical about it on your next travel with Planet Escape!