Argentina is a country of incredible landscapes and a variety of climatic zones. It's tough and beautiful Patagonia in the south, the majestic Iguazu Falls in the northeast, the bright and lively Buenos Aires, sunny Mendoza and the lunar valley of Ischigualasto.
How to Move Around
The distances in Argentina are massive. It is possible to travel between cities by land transport (bus or train), to remote areas of the country (for example, Patagonia or Iguazu Falls) it is better to fly by plane - so you can save a day or more.
What to see in Argentina
Buenos Aires
Elegant but always loud, Buenos Aires is the very essence of Argentina: in every quarter of the city, someone either dances, sings or paints. Its green, square center, where neat high-rises alternate with nineteenth-century buildings, is reminiscent of the beautiful corners of Paris, and each neighborhood has its own character and charm.
In the vibrant port quarter of La Boca, you can spot tango dancers and street artists. In the Recoleta cemetery, which looks like a mini-city, see the tombstones where Argentine celebrities are buried. In the fashionable office district of Puerto Madero, there are high-class neighborhood, where you can try the main Argentine dish, asado (charcoal-grilled meat). Beyond the neighborhood begins the ecological reserve of Costanera Sur, a place for relaxing walks and resting from the rush of the city. And the trendy neighborhood of Palermo is where you come to eat, drink, and shop in the best restaurants and bars , you can travel around the city by metro, bus, subway, or cab.
