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How to spend top weekend in Mendoza - ideas on extraordinary attractions and sites
Feel Like a Gaucho
The word "Gaucho" in Spanish means "shepherd". You will have the opportunity to feel like a real Gaucho during your vacation in Mendoza. You will take a leisurely ride around the city on horseback and enjoy the beautiful landscape. If you have never taken up horse riding you can take training at the Cabalgatas La Guatana School. You can use the Argentine saddle when the tour of the Mendoza suburb begins. This saddle is designed for long slow journeys. You can also ask the tour organizers to provide a horse with a calm character.
This city is a world-famous center that manufactures excellent Argentine wine and olive oil. In summer it's an excellent resort full of fascinating routes and excursions, and in winter the … 
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Active Leisure on the Artificial Lake Nihuil
Lake Nihuil appeared on the Atuel River as a result of the construction of a dam in 1947. You can get here by car. You have to leave Mendoza and travel 350 kilometers to the south. If you get to the picturesque reservoir you will get the opportunity to visit the San Rafael club. It is located on the left bank of the Nihuil. Its staff can arrange sport fishing for you. You can also contact the Villa el Nihuil Club to take advantage of tourist services and choose an active leisure activity. You will be able to do water skiing, go boat trips, sailing, and windsurfing.Mountaineering and Trekking in Aconcagua National Park
Aconcagua National Park was created 112 kilometers from Mendoza in 1983. Its main attraction is an extinct volcano. It has the same name and a height of 6962 meters. You can go trekking in the territory of the park. You will choose one of the routes that run along mountain trails. You will also hire a guide. You will also have the opportunity to do mountain climbing. If you choose the second option of active recreation you will be able to reach the top of Aconcagua to admire the Inca Bridge from a height. It is a crossing of the Mendoza River. It has a natural origin. It consists of giant yellow and green stones. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
Mendoza will be an awesome place for a relaxing family holiday. Travelers with children here should visit the Jardin Zoologico. This zoo is quite small, but has amazing animals from all over … Open
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Ski Resort Las Leñas
There is Ski resort Las Leñas near the city. If you come here you can rent equipment and go skiing. You will choose the route that corresponds to your level of training. You will also receive training from a qualified instructor if necessary. If you are a professional athlete you can visit the "Terrain Park" on the territory of the resort. There are slalom, freestyle, natural jumps, and cliffs there. You can also enjoy night skiing. There are also several options for excursions. For example, you can go to Iguazu Falls. Extreme programs will be offered to you. You will be able to make the jump with a snowboard from a helicopter.
See Mendoza from a Height
You can climb to the roof of the tallest building in the city to enjoy the panoramic view of Mendoza. It's called Gomez. You can stand on the observation deck there. You can enjoy the panorama of the city there. You can also take great photos. However, you will be able to use another way. You can follow the trail to the top of the Cerro de La Gloria Mountain. The statue of Jose de San Martin is installed there. You can enjoy amazing views of the city and mountain peaks from here.
The most in demand gastronomy destination of Mendoza is the Florentino restaurant which offers its guests a huge variety of dishes of international cuisine. The restaurant is open for … Open
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Rafting on La Cordillera Lost River
If you decide to take up river rafting you should contact one of the many tour companies in Mendoza. Its staff will organize this extreme entertainment for you. You and other participants of the extreme boat tour accompanied by a professional instructor will have the opportunity to get to the Cordillera. It is located 1.5 hours from the city. The briefing will be conducted for you. You will also be provided with the equipment. It consists of a helmet, wetsuit, and life jacket. You can get on one of the boats. You will cross the thresholds of La Cordillera Lost River, admiring the Andes for 45 minutes.
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Mendoza and surroundings
Original sights of Mendoza, deserving Guinness book
Portillo Ski resort
From the series “Stunning Beauty Places of the Earth, Unknown to Tourists”
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Distance from Mendoza center - 122.8 km.
On the earth you can find the unique ski resorts, which are unknown to the general public and maintain the calm and harmonious atmosphere. In the high mountain peaks of Chile, you will find the tiny resort of Portillo, next to the beautiful Laguna del Inca. The history of the spa begins more than a century ago. As the town is located at an impressive height of 2860 meters above sea level, it was quite complicated to get to it from the beginning. …
Read further Distance from Mendoza center - 122.8 km.
Notable celebrations and festivals in Argentina
People in Argentina enjoy having fun, and they start doing this right from the first day of the New Year when the country has the national fiesta. In general, this is a family holiday that is celebrated together with relatives. However, this doesn’t apply to the province of Cordoba where the start of a new year is always celebrated with songs, dancing, and fine food. January marks the start of carnivals in the country. Carnivals have different peculiarities that depend on a season. Perhaps, the brightest and the most impressive carnival is held in the city of Gualeguaychú in Entre Rios Province. Its fabulous processions attract hundreds of thousands of tourists to the city every year. The date of the carnival is not fixed. Tourists can also attend a bit less impressive carnivals in such cities as Corrientes, La Rioja, and Santiago del Estero.
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Mendoza by photo artists
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Walk through hidden local streets, sneak to a small cafe, breathe and enjoy Mendoza from inside. Stay out from the beaten track during your city weekend, discover the soul of Mendoza as a real travel gourment. Follow our guide, take one of the exclusive services and spend your time in Mendoza unforgettably and with a full passion!
