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Mendoza

The transition between the eastern arid region and the western mountains and glaciers, jointly with its natural beauties and vineyards, make Mendoza a privileged tourist center.

Its namesake capital city is traversed by acequias or irrigation canals and framed by several parks and plazas. Numerous vineyards and wineries are scattered about the Andean region, creating the province's typical landscape. The importance of the wine industry reaches its zenith at the annual Fiesta de la Vendimia (Wine Harvest Festival), held in the city of Mendoza in March.

Atuel River Valley Rafting

The international highway from Mendoza city to Chile also links Cacheuta, Potrerillos and Uspallata before reaching the stone bridge called Puente del Inca and the Cristo Redentor, a statue depicting Christ, on the Argentinean-Chilean border. The area boasts stunning natural sceneries that allow travelers to practice winter sports in Vallecitos and Penitentes, and to go trekking and on water trips on Mendoza river. Climbing excursions are organized from December to March, especially to scale Cerro Aconcagua, the Americas' highest summit.

Petroglyphs (Talampaya)

Further south and perched on the Andes near Malargue lies Las Leñas, a tourist resort where you will find world-class ski, snowboard and entertainment facilities.

TOURIST PRODUCTS

Nature

Sun and Sand

Adventure Tourism

Eco Tourism

Fauna and Bird watching

Rural Tourism

National Parks

Las Leñas

Sports

Sport Fishing

Polo

Snow

Golf

Culture

Tango

Religious Tourism

Archaeological Tourism

Cultural Tourism

Ethnic Tourism

Production Circuits

Puente del Inca

Special Interest

Hunting

Congresses and Fairs

Cruises

Theme Parks

Shopping & Gastronomy

World Heritage Sites

Thermal Springs

Youth Tourism

Incentive Tourism