Let’s begin our trip through ARGENTINA with a visit to BUENOS AIRES and its music "TANGO"
LAS PROVINCIAS
In all regions of the world, the culture plays an importanta part in the life of the people.
Within that, music has always been present.
Here you can see some of the MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS that can be found in North Argentina.
Next stop is"The Happy City" MAR del PLATA a seaside city with more than 20 kilometers of beaches, a port , a Naval Base (submarines)
A Spanish Festival in M.D.P
and the biggest casino in South America
Lets visit areas in the Patagonia, southern Argentina: BARILOCHE
Personal visits to the village of IRUYA, A village in the mountains of Salta province in the north east of Argentina
Also in Salta Province is another big attraction The Train to the Clouds a must for anyone visiting the province.
A Little Saltenian History Guemes
In the extreme south, is found the world’s southernmost city USHUAIA where, on the 21st of June, "The longest Night" is celebrated.
PUERTO MADRYN is found in the Southern Province of Chubut, on the coast.
It has a strong Welsh ascendency, and there are many tea-shops where you can try the famous WELSH CAKE.From Puerto Madryn excursiones can be taken to see the sighting of the whales.
Glacier Perito Moreno in the Argentine Patagonic region, has a spectacular natural ice breaking show every 3 or 4 years
Every year at the end of February, the colourful CARNAVALS are held all over Argentina. A three or so day show in which the whole public take part.
Another important aspect of the life in Argentina is the producción of WINES
In MENDOZA to the west, THE FIESTA of WINE PRODUCTION is held in February
At Easter week, many faithful make a pilgrimage to TANDIL, in the Province of Buenos Aires.
Also in the Provincia de Buenos Aires is the city of BAHIA BLANCA, an important port and naval base.
FLORA & FAUNA OF ARGENTINA
HISTORY & TRADITIONS OF ARGENTINA
SLIDE SHOW of ARGENTINA
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