The Valdés Peninsula in Patagonia, which covers approximately, 3625 km², is characterized by a barren, flat landscape covered with numerous shrubs. The climate varies greatly depending on the season; in winter it is usually below 5 °C, but in summer, it gets very hot, reaching up to 45 °C. The peninsula offers a variety of […]
The Petrification process What to see nearby Practical tips for visiting Planning your trip Getting there Nearby destinations to visit (relatively speaking) Most national parks exist to protect forests, flora, and fauna. Jaramillo National Park is different. It exists to protect a fossilized – or petrified – forest, one that existed 175–170 million years ago. […]
Argentina’s glaciers are spread over a length of about 3500 kilometers in the west of the country, more specifically in the Andes, and are spread over 12 provinces of the country. 90% of the earth’s freshwater is found in glacier areas, and after Antarctica and Greenland comes the “Los Glaciares” region, which is partly in […]
The Patagonia region covers 1,060,631 km² and is located in the southern part of South America. It extends across the countries of Argentina and Chile and is incredibly scenic. Patagonia is one of the most sought-after destinations in the world for many travel-loving tourists. Since the climate varies greatly throughout the year, you should ask […]
The gastronomy of a country is a good opportunity to understand and learn about the local culture. In Argentina, the local cuisine has been influenced, among other things, by the various migrations of Spaniards and Italians who emigrated to Argentina in several waves of immigration. Argentine cuisine is not just made up of THE Argentine […]
The Atacama Desert is possibly the oldest desert, and it is known as the driest non-polar place on earth: This is because the Atacama Desert has been extremely dry for at least 3 million years. Research by a group of British scientists has shown that some river beds have been dry for as much as […]
The deserts of South America are full of life and spectacular sites. Martian landscapes, petrified forests, magnificent vivid colors and formations, cave paintings, spouting geysers, hot springs, saltwater lagoons, and some of the most remarkable night skies on the planet. And, of course, flamingos. The Atacama Desert, northern Chile The most famous desert in South […]
Argentina is known for its good meat, and in general, you eat very well in this beautiful country! Beverages, however, are also very distinctive and have a great impact on Argentine cuisine and culture. Some drinks from Argentina are known beyond the country’s borders and are also highly appreciated abroad. Here are some of the […]
Argentina is home to a huge variety of falls. The most famous waterfall in South America without question is Iguazu. It is a magical place. It is worth a visit to Argentina just for this experience. There are other beautiful waterfalls in Argentina too – stunning, natural cascades in amazing places – just on a […]