MENDOZA
Mendoza is the capital city of the homonimous province and the most important city of the West of Argentina. The city was founded in the 16th century and it was later reconstructed in a European style, after a devastating earthquake hit Mendoza in 1861. It has a population of almost 1.5 million. This picturesque city features wide avenues traversed by small riverbeds and irrigation canals, five main legendary squares and various bars and coffee shops found alongside the wide pavements, shadowed by a variety of trees.
Mendoza is also a culturally rich city that has the best wines and ski resorts. It is one of the most chosen tourist destinations because of the various interesting activities available in the region. Extreme sports such as rafting, climbing or kayaking are very popular.
The whole city is well-equipped with services and options that fit all budgets. Transportation options are available from main cities if you are interesting in heading to the Andes. People from Mendoza are described as friendly and warm and are always happy to meet new people. |