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Rafain Churrascaria
What do you do when you're in rural Brazil? Feast on churrasco and enjoy a lively dance show, of course. In the city of Foz do Iguaçu near Iguazu Falls, the Rafain Churrascaria dinner show gives a flamboyant introduction into Central and South American music, dress and dance cultures: 45 brightly-clad musicians and dancers put on a lively two-hour show bursting with Argentine tango and Brazilian samba, Cuban salsa and Mexican mariachi music.
Established in 1959, at Rafain Churrascaria the popular all-you-can-eat buffet has over 200 hot and cold dishes with Brazilian specialties that include a typical churrasco barbecue as well as international dishes ranging from sushi to Italian, and there are also many dessert options.
Practical Info
On Av. das Cataratas, 1749 in Foz do Iguaçu, the shows at Rafain Churrascaria run from Monday to Saturday at 8:45 p.m. As the city of Foz do Iguaçu is near the border with Argentina, it's also easy enough to come here for the evening from the Argentine town Puerto Iguazú, though do check your country's visa requirements for coming into Brazil. Dinner-only tickets for Rafain Churrascaria cost 50 reals, while dinner and a show costs 90 reals.
Address: Av. das Cataratas, 1749, Vila Iolanda Foz do Iguaçu, PR 85853-000, Argentina
Hours: Varies
Admission: Varies
From $ 37
Lake Moreno
Lake Moreno is a glacial lake in the providence of Rio Negro near Bariloche, Argentina. The lake covers an area of more than 4,000 acres, and mountains, such as Lopez, Capilla, and Catedral, are the predominant feature of the surrounding landscape. The lake is divided into two sections, Western Lake Moreno and Eastern Lake Moreno. The western section is connected to Lake Nahuel Huapi by a narrow channel. The water in Lake Moreno is generally mild since most of its water does not come from ice melt. This makes it a popular destination for water sports and swimming. There is also a small circuit track that goes around the lake, and it is one of the most popular tracks in the area.
The northern end of Western Lake Moreno is part of Nahuel Huapi National Park. The rest of Lake Moreno has seen more development and human interaction than other lakes in the Bariloche area. The population has increased, there are many privately owned homes and tourist lodging, and sections of the dense forest have been removed, though you can still see many native coihue trees. Along its coasts are two small resort towns, Colonia Suiza and Villa Llao Llao.
Practical Info
Lake Moreno is about 20 minutes west of Bariloche. To get there, take a bus from Bariloche or join one of the many tours of the lake.
Address: Lago Moreno, Río Negro, Argentina
From $ 117
Devil's Throat (Garganta del Diablo)
Located in northwestern Argentina, the Calchaquí Valley is famous for its wineries, waterfalls and myriad red rock formations. One of the most famous sits just west of Tilcara and is known as the Devil's Throat (Garganta del Diablo). This red rock gorge has walls 160 feet (49 meters) high with waterfalls trickling down depending on the season.
Devil's Throat and the nearby Amphitheater formation are the two most iconic red rock formations in the valley, an area on UNESCO's list of possible World Heritage sites.
Practical Info
The Devil's Throat formation is located 4 miles (7 kilometers) west of the town of Tilcara in Salta.
Address: Salta, Argentina
From $ 43
Penguin Island
Known as Penguin Island, Isla Yecapasela is colonized by cute flocks of Magellanic and gentoo penguins.
A working nature reserve, the Yecapasela Reserve was created on the island (also known as Isla Martillo) and surrounding islets by Estancia Harberton in the 1970s.
The island was formerly home to the estancia's cattle and sheep, and since their removal in the 1960s the penguin numbers have soared. Sharing the islands with cormorants, the penguin colonies are flourishing in this safe environment. The breeding season begins in early October, and ends with the annual migration northwards in April.
From the shoreline you can spot black and white Magellanic penguins, shyer gentoos and possibly a visiting king penguin or two.
A working nature reserve, the Yecapasela Reserve was created on the island (also known as Isla Martillo) and surrounding islets by Estancia Harberton in the 1970s.
The island was formerly home to the estancia's cattle and sheep, and since their removal in the 1960s the penguin numbers have soared. Sharing the islands with cormorants, the penguin colonies are flourishing in this safe environment. The breeding season begins in early October, and ends with the annual migration northwards in April.
From the shoreline you can spot black and white Magellanic penguins, shyer gentoos and possibly a visiting king penguin or two.
Practical Info
Penguin Island is on Isla Yecapasela at Estancia Harberton, 85km (52 miles) east of Ushuaia, 40 nautical miles by sea.
Tours sail from Ushuaia, sometimes continuing on to the estancia homestead.
A limited number of groups are permitted to walk with the penguins. Accompanied by a guide and following a designated trail, these specially regulated tours leave from Estancia Harberton's homestead, 15 minutes from the island by boat.
Tours sail from Ushuaia, sometimes continuing on to the estancia homestead.
A limited number of groups are permitted to walk with the penguins. Accompanied by a guide and following a designated trail, these specially regulated tours leave from Estancia Harberton's homestead, 15 minutes from the island by boat.
Address: Argentina
Hours: Open daily, Oct 15 - Apr 15, 10am - 7pm
From $ 110
River Plate Museum (Museo River Plate)
Spend some time in Buenos Aires, and you might be asked the question, River Plate or Boca Juniors? These soccer rivals fuel the city's sports scene, and the River Plate Museum (Museo River Plate) gives insight into one half of the epic rivalry.
Housed within the team's Monumental stadium, the museum showcases photos, jerseys and silverware from Club Atletico River Plate's century long history. A Time Tunnel leads visitors through a chronology of the team's leading personalities "” Enzo Francescoli and Alfredo di Stefano to name a couple "” and big moments, while a 360-degree cinema screens a 25-minute video about the team.
Practical Info
Visitors can add a stadium tour to the basic admission price for a chance to see the locker rooms and step onto the iconic pitch.
Address: Av. Figueroa Alcorta 7597, Buenos Aires, Argentina
Hours: Open daily 10am-7pm; on game days the museum closes an hour before the match
Admission: AR$140
From $ 54
San Francisco Church
The San Francisco Church and Monastery in Salta, Argentina was originally built in the early 1600s, but it has been reconstructed and remodeled several times. In 1870, architect Luis Giorgi constructed a tall tower on the front of the church, and at 174 feet (53 meters) tall, it is the highest tower of its kind in South America. In 1909, a clock was added to the tower. In 1915 marble floors were installed and the church was set up to start receiving electricity. It has a long, narrow nave that is ornately decorated. The church's facade designed in a Baroque style and is distinct in its red and yellow color scheme.
The church has an important library where old books are kept, including rare and priceless antique editions. Several pieces of valuable art can also be found in the church and in its small museum. The San Francisco Church was declared a National Historical Monument on July 14, 1941.
Practical Info
The San Francisco Church is located at Córdoba 33.
Address: Córdoba 33, Salta, Argentina
From $ 20
Plaza San Martin
One of Buenos Aires' oldest public squares, Plaza San Martin is a pocket of greenery, shaded by ancient jacaranda and magnolia trees. This area bridges the gap between the central Retiro train and bus station and the lively shopping hub of Florida Avenue.
The Basics
Most visitors arriving or leaving from Retiro Station pass through Plaza San Martin, and the square is a common stop on Buenos Aires sightseeing tours. A popular way to get around is by bike, and a cycling tour of North Buenos Aires will take you through the plaza en route to neighborhoods like Palermo, Recoleta, and Puerto Madero.
Things to Know Before You Go
- The park has lots of benches and shady areas, making it a popular picnic spot.
- Look for a large selection of cafes, restaurants, bars, and nightclubs on and around the square.
- The wide walkways of San Martin are wheelchair accessible.
How to Get to There
Plaza San Martin is located just south of the Retiro train station, at the northern end of Florida Avenue. The closest subway (subte) station is San Martin (Line C). The square is a major transport hub, with buses arriving from destinations all over Buenos Aires.
When to Get There
The square is busiest on summer weekends, when locals gather to picnic on the benches or sunbath in the park. The plaza is also a popular place for art exhibitions, events, sporting match screenings, and festivals, including a military parade that is held August 17 each year to mark the anniversary of the death of General San Martin.
A Walking Tour of Plaza San Martin
Once home to Argentina's last remaining bullring Plaza San Martin now hosts a number of monumental statues. There's the Torre de Los Ingleses (English Tower), given to Argentina by the British in celebration of the 1810 revolution; the grand Monument to General Jose San Martín; and a poignant monument to those who lost their lives in the Falklands War. A number of impressive 20th-century buildings also line the square, including the luxurious Paz Palace.
Address: Plaza San Martin, Buenos Aires, Argentina
From $ 15
La Plata
In the 1880s shortly after Buenos Aires became the new capital of Argentina, the town of La Plata was founded as the capital of Buenos Aires Province. Argentine architect and urban planner Pedro Benoit planned the layout of the city "” one of the first completely planned cities in South America "” to include a large park at the center with eight boulevards radiating out in all directions. La Plata is home to the Universidad Nacional de La Plata (75,000 students) which lends the city a distinctly college town vibe.
The city's plazas, tree-lined boulevards and somewhat confusing intersections are reminiscent of Buenos Aires, but in miniature. At the center of it all is Plaza Moreno with its towering neo-Gothic cathedral. Also of interest is the Museo de La Plata, ranked among the best natural history museums in Argentina.
Practical Info
La Plata is located 34 miles (55 kilometers) south of Buenos Aires along the Rio de la Plata.
Address: Buenos Aires Province, Argentina, Argentina
From $ 60
National Library
Located in a quiet corner of Recoleta, the Argentine National Library is the largest library in the country and one of the most important in South America. In a city like Buenos Aires, famous for its belle epoch architecture, the National Library stands out as one of the best examples of contemporary architecture in the country.
The Brutalist structure was the work of architect Clorindo Testa, winner of a design contest staged in the early 1960s. Construction of the library wouldn't begin until a decade later, and it wasn't until 1992 that the completed library was inaugurated.
Visitors access the public library through a small, grassy reading garden. Inside, the collection is available to the public. The view from the top floor of the library is worth a look, and there are often special exhibitions on display within the building.
Practical Info
The National Library is open from 9am to 9pm Monday through Friday, and from noon to 7pm on Saturdays and Sundays.
Address: Agüero 2502, Buenos Aires 1425, Argentina
Hours: Open Mon-Fri 9am-9pm, Sat-Sun 12pm-7pm
From $ 35
San Ignacio de Loyola Church
San Ignacio de Loyola Church began as a small adobe church built by the Jesuits in 1675. The structure as it stands today, located in the Montserrat neighborhood, was built between 1710 and 1734, making it the oldest colonial church in Buenos Aires.
San Ignacio de Loyola briefly served as the city cathedral after the Jesuits were expelled in the late eighteenth century. During the social unrest of 1955, this church, along with numerous others in the city, were burned by Peronist mobs.
The church interior required significant renovation, but the facade remained relatively unscathed. The church is immediately recognizable by its Baroque facade fronting Bolivar Street. Within the church, visitors will find several paintings and pieces of furniture dating back to the eighteenth century. Most notable is the canvas of San Ignacio de Loyola, made in 1767.
Practical Info
San Ignacio de Loyola Church is located on the corner of Bolivar and Alsina Streets in Montserrat, two blocks south of Plaza de Mayo.
Address: Bolivar 225, Buenos Aires, Argentina
From $ 41
Historical Museum of the North (Museo Historico del Norte)
The Historical Museum of the North in Salta, Argentina is one of the most important museums in the country. The building was once the town hall building and is a true example of colonial architecture. The original building dated back to 1626, but its structure did not hold up, and new construction began in the late 1700s. The building was remodeled and renovated in 1945, and the museum opened in 1949. It is a National Historic Landmark.
Centuries of Argentinean and South American historical treasures are housed here, including items from the indigenous culture and the colonial period. The rooms are arranged throughout two floors in chronological order starting with the pre-Hispanic era. Displays include art, furniture, artifacts, documents and transportation. A changing of the guard ceremony with gauchos takes place at noon on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays in front of the building.
Practical Info
The Historical Museum of the North is located at Caseros 549 on the south side of Plaza 9 de Julio. Opening hours are 9am to 6pm Tuesday through Friday and 9am to 1pm Saturday and Sunday.
Address: Argentina
Hours: Tuesday-Friday 9am-6pmSaturday-Sunday 9am-1pm
From $ 22