Argentina's best sights

The oldest structure in the world is located in the Bougon Necropolis, which was discovered in France on the banks of the Bougon River in the first half of the nineteenth century. Extensive excavations were carried out there in the late sixties of the last century. The necropolis consists of five megalithic burial mounds dating back to the Neolithic era. As a result of the excavations, it turned out that the oldest building of this complex was built in 4800 BC. e.

Near Purmamarca there is another landmark - the ruins of an ancient fortress built back in the twelfth century, called Pucara de Tilcara. The stone structure had no windows and could accommodate about 2,000 people. This city was surrounded by walls protecting people from enemies. The inhabitants defended their fortress from attacks of the enemy on their own. They were once unable to withstand the attacks of the Incas, who arrived at the end of the fifteenth century. The fortress of Pucara de Tilcara was turned into a well-fortified city where some of the mined metals were stored before being sent to the capital. The Incas did not rule in the city for long - only fifty years. After the Spanish arrived they had to leave the area and the fortress was abandoned.

Lake Nahuel Oupi
Lake Nahuel Oupi is not only famous for its beauty and grandeur, there are many mysterious stories associated with it. It is believed that a monster lives at the very bottom of the lake and sometimes shows itself out from under the water. Crowds of tourists travel to Argentina to see the mysterious beast. Scientists have come many times to discover the monster, but all to no avail. Locals offer tourists all sorts of souvenirs in the shape of the mysterious beast. Driving around the park is offered for two hundred and eighty kilometres.

The Perito Moreno is the most popular glacier in Argentina's Los Glacieres National Park in South America
Once in Argentina, you can't miss the amazing Nahuel Huapi National Park. It is located in the south of the country. The park got its name because of Lake Nahuel Huapi. The main area of the park is seven hundred and eighty five hectares. The main aim is to preserve rare plants and animals. The park is home to many wildlife, as well as mighty and majestic forests. Some of the trees are about five hundred years old. One of the places worth seeing in the park is the extinct volcano of Tronador. Its height is about 3,478 meters above sea level. You can see Argentina's sights with photos and descriptions on the internet

Perito Moreno Glacier
The Perito Moreno Glacier, which can be seen in Los Glaciares Park, is probably one of the most stunning places on our planet. You can see the glacier with your own eyes from a viewing platform. Thirty kilometres wide and protruding sixty metres over the water, the wonder is majestic and powerful. It looks as if it is frozen in place, but it is not. It moves at a speed of two metres a day. It is an unforgettable experience to be inside the iceberg. And it is possible! Special boats take the tourists to get inside the ice cave.

Iguazu Falls
Once you've toured the Argentine capital, you can move on. The jewel in the crown of the country are the Iguazu Falls. It's a true natural wonder composed of a complex of waterfalls, which number 275. They are arranged in a crescent shape. One of the Seven Wonders of the World is a result of a volcanic eruption. Interestingly enough, the name of the waterfall means "big water". The treasure was discovered in the year one thousand five hundred and forty-one by the Spaniard Cabeza de Vaca while traveling through the South American jungle. There are many legends associated with this place. One legend has it that God once fell in love with a beautiful aboriginal woman named Naipu, but the feelings were not reciprocated. Naipu loved another man, with whom she decided to sail away in a canoe. The god got angry and cut the river, creating a waterfall so that the lovers would die.

Tres de Febrero Park
The capital is home to the huge Tres de Febrero Park. There are plenty of interesting places to visit. You can go and admire the Japanese garden and for space enthusiasts, there is a planetarium. The park was built in 1875. The park was fully developed in the early twentieth century. You can go boating in the Tres de Febrero Park as there are three artificial lakes.

The capital, Plaza de Mayo, is definitely a good place to start in Argentina. For centuries it's been the centre of political and cultural life in the capital. Here in 1810 Argentina's independence was proclaimed. All demonstrations, strikes, and rallies take place right here. The Pink Palace, the Cabildo Museum and the Municipality are the main landmarks in the heart of the city.