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Many interesting articles have been written by those who travel. I would like to stand out and write as a person directly living in another country for those who are just going on a trip to us, to Argentina. I would like to recommend what you can see here, except for the "beaten tourist routes"across Argentina.
Cordoba- the second largest city in Argentina with a population of about 2 million people, was founded in 1573. In 1613 the Jesuits founded the National University, which is the oldest in the country.
Cordoba is the center of the Argentine aviation industry. Mechanical engineering, food and leather industries are developed in the province of Cordoba. In the center of Cordoba, there are preserved Jesuit buildings, a church, a university, a school, which became the object World heritage UNESCO. Since 2006, the Russian city of Izhevsk has become twinned with Cordoba.
The most pleasant thing for a tourist who comes to Cordoba is to wander the streets of the old quarters. All the sights of the city are concentrated nearby. There are many reasons to visit Cordoba: art, history, nature, sports, investment and gastronomy. Great amount the most beautiful museums and exhibitions, canvases and sculptures of famous masters - all this you can see when you come to this amazing city... After tasting a delicious and fresh steak and raising a glass of amazingly delicious red wine to your friends, you will literally fall in love with this city and this country!
The province of Cordoba itself is the concentration of all the finest in nature on Earth. I'd named Cordoba one of the most attractive tourist destinations in the whole South America ... Rivers and lakes, waterfalls and dams, mountains with their flora and fauna, wonderful fishing and hunting is all Cordoba!
The province of Cordoba has numerous small tourist cities surrounded by mountains, rivers and lakes. This is one of the traditional tourist places, where the population of Argentina comes to spend their holidays, fish and breathe in the healing clean mountain air. What attracts people here and what can you find here?
I want to make a reservation right away that in the province of Cordoba you will not find anything fashionable or super modern. The province is dotted with small towns with low buildings and narrow streets. In most places, the city center is 3-4 squares with commercial locations along the sidewalk. Leaving these central streets is not worth it, you will not see anything attractive. Except for private houses, built individually, depending on the taste of the owners. The original facades of the houses and the plots of land in front of them, decorated with palm trees, variegated bushes and various flowers in pots, are a beautiful sight and create an impression of comfort and tranquility ...
Considering the peculiarities of the mountain air and marvelous Beautiful places, tourists come here in huge numbers. Municipalities of small cities, towns and settlements come up with a variety of holidays, festivals, concerts and fairs for their region, thus attracting the tourist masses. However, all this is mainly in summer period when children are out of school. Locals so they say that they earn only in the summer, and in the winter they are forced to be bored and eat up what they earned during the season. It shouldn't be surprising that in summer prices skyrocket not only for hotel rooms.
Here list of the largest events:
JANUARY
F iesta Nacional de la Doma y el Folklore
Takes place in the city of Jesus Maria, in the second week of January. The festival presents bright dances and songs of the national genre. They also sell national clothes and all sorts of regional products. The festival takes place at night.
Festival Nacional del Malambo
This festival takes place in the city of Laborde, where artists from Argentina and neighboring border countries compete in their skills.
Festival Nacional del Folklore
Throughout January, the Cosquin Folk Music Festival takes place. Every evening from 8 pm to 6 am this wonderful concert of all famous performers takes place. It takes place on an open stage under a multitude of multi-colored spotlights. This festival is necessarily broadcast live on central television. Those lucky ones who bought tickets in advance can enjoy the songs and dances of their favorite performers in comfortable armchairs, drink beer, wine or soda and have a snack on sausages, grilled meat or Milanese carried around by helpful waiters. By two three o'clock in the morning, people "turned on" by the atmosphere of the holiday, music in the style of "chacarela" (Chacarela), jumped up from their seats to start dancing in the aisles.
FEBRUARY
Fiesta Nacional de la Familia Piamontesa
An agricultural festival takes place in the town of Luque. Accompanied by folklore, rock, tango ...
Fiesta Nacional del Trigo
Wheat festival. Taking place in the city of Leones, an exposition of harvesting machines and everything related to it is presented.
APRIL
F iesta Nacional de la Masa Vienesa
Test holiday. Held at Villa General Belgrano during the first 15 days of April. Here you can taste a variety of pastries and pastries in the "German" or "Austrian" style. Concerts are also organized.
OCTOBER
Fiesta Nacional de la Cerveza (Oktoberfest)
The beer festival takes place in the first week of October. A very famous holiday that takes place at Villa General Belgrano. Here you can taste German beer, listen and watch national German songs and dances. In addition, at this time, a parade of nationalities living in Argentina takes place here. Among other things, you can meet a delegation of Ukrainians and Russians.
Fiesta Nacional del Alfajor Cordobes
Alfahor holiday (like our gingerbread, but with filling inside). Takes place in the town of La Falda, where you can buy a variety of this Argentinean delicacy. There is also a lot of music and dancing.
The main tourist cities of the province of Cordoba:
Villa Carlos Paz, Cosquín, Alta Gracia, Villa General Belgrano, Villa Maria. In the summer, carnivals, festivals, fairs of the nationalities of the inhabitants of Argentina are held here, theaters, concert troupes come ... in short, life is in full swing.
We even have here your little sea, Mar Chiquita... Those who "cannot afford" to go to Mar del Plata come here. The coastal town's website and photos can be viewed here. In addition to swimming and sunbathing, it is possible to organize fishing or visit museums here (the scope is certainly not the same as in an international resort, but the prices are also appropriate).
You can also visit National Park Parque Nacional Quebrada del Condorito located high in the mountains, 90 km from Cordoba and 55 from Carlos Paz. The bird's-eye view, as well as the many condors soaring in the lowlands below you, are mesmerizing. You can come here by bus from Cordoba, or by car to Carlos Paz, then along Carcano Street, leave the city and move in the direction of Altas Cumbres (there is evidence that after heavy rains and snowfalls it is better not to enter there).
109 km from Cordoba is the city of Capilla del Monte, where you can find archival documents and videos proving the presence of aliens in the area. It is located in information center at lntendente Cabus 237. In addition, in this town there is a place where fish "trucca" are bred. Perhaps there is a restaurant there. Ruta Nacional 38 km 89.5 ex 818. Los Paredones.
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The Argentine Cordoba was founded by the conquistador Jerónimo Luis de Cabrera on July 6, 1573, naming the settlement in honor of the Spanish city of the same name. Founded by the Jesuits in 1613, the National University is the oldest in the country. Since the second half of the 20th century, Cordoba has been the center of the Argentine aviation industry. Machine building, food and leather industries are also developed.
In the center of Cordoba, there are preserved Jesuit buildings from the colonial era, which are of interest to tourists. In 2000, the ensemble of Jesuit buildings (the prelate's residence, church, university, school, four country farms) became a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Climate
The climate in Cordoba is subtropical. Average monthly temperatures fluctuate from 10-11 ° C in winter to 24-24.5 ° C in summer, annually - about 17.5 ° C. The maximum recorded temperature is 45.6 ° C, the minimum is -5.0 ° C.
Precipitation is about 670-680 mm per year, the overwhelming majority - from mid-spring to mid-autumn. For 3 winter months (June-August) only 30-35 mm falls. Precipitation falls exclusively in the form of rains. Snow has been recorded only a few times in history.
The climate of Cordoba allows a large number of crops to be cultivated almost all year round.
The city is located at an altitude of 360-480 m above sea level (most of it is at an altitude of 390-400 m), 700 km north-west of Buenos Aires by the Sikuya River.
With a population of 1.2 million (2001), it is the second largest city in Argentina. The agglomeration (Gran Cordoba (Spanish: Gran Córdoba)) is home to up to 1.7 million people.
Story
The Argentine Cordoba was founded by the conquistador Jerónimo Luis de Cabrera on July 6, 1573, naming the settlement in honor of the Spanish city of the same name.
Founded by the Jesuits in 1613, the National University is the oldest in the country.
Since the second half of the 20th century, Cordoba has been the center of the Argentine aviation industry. The first Argentine National Observatory in the country was created in the city.
During the 20th century, mechanical engineering, food and leather industries were developing. On May 29, 1969, an uprising breaks out in Cordoba against the dictatorial regime of Ongania.
sights
In the center of Cordoba, there are preserved Jesuit buildings from the colonial era, which are of interest to tourists. In 2 "" 000 an ensemble of Jesuit buildings (the prelate's residence, church, university, school, four country farms) became a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Economy
Cordoba is an important industrial center of Argentina. The city has enterprises of the automotive, aerospace (FAdeA (FMA), Nostromo Defensa and others), military industry.
The climate in Cordoba is subtropical. Average monthly temperatures range from 10-11 ° C in winter to 24-24.5 ° C in summer, and about 17.5 ° C annually. The maximum recorded temperature is 45.6 ° C, the minimum is -5.0 ° C.
Precipitation is about 670-680 mm per year, the overwhelming majority - from mid-spring to mid-autumn. For 3 winter months (June-August) only 30-35 mm falls. Precipitation falls exclusively in the form of rains. Snow has been recorded only a few times in history.
The climate of Cordoba allows a large number of crops to be cultivated almost all year round.
: From the province of Jujuy we headed to Cordoba, the third largest city in Argentina after Buenos Aires and Rosario. We can say they returned to civilization. Cordoba was founded in 1573, the full name is Cordoba de la Nueva Andalusia.
Arriving at the station, we found a "touristic center", where we were given city maps and a list of hostels and hotels. In general, the service for tourists in Argentina is very developed - in every city there is tourist centers with English-speaking employees (with rare exceptions, as in Iruya)), they give a map and any information free of charge. Therefore, even without prior booking and a very rough plan of action (having only a scheduled route on a daily basis, which changed, depending on the circumstances), we felt calm. (Watch previous episodes:, and)
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1. In the center we were asked which area we would like to live in, and noted in the list of hotels closest to our location. We decided not to settle far from the station. In the second hotel, we found a room suitable for the price and quality. We settled down and went for a walk.
2. Our hotel was equidistant from the station and from the center of Cordoba - all within walking distance. While they were settling, it got dark. But the people on the streets did not diminish from this.
3. Cordoba has a lot of colonial-style buildings. According to the Internet, this is what attracts a lot of tourists here.
4. Shadow from the monument to an important caballero - Jerónimo Luis de Cabrera, founder of Cordoba.
5. Walking in the evening, I didn’t even try to remember which buildings we saw and which of them it would be necessary to go during the day.
6. In the center of Cordoba there is a large pedestrian area. There are no cars - which is great.
7. The next day, after breakfast, we went to look for a specific Cathedral of the Inglesia de Los Capuchinos or the Basilica of the Capuchins. Very gothic cathedral and very beautiful.
8. Organ music is playing inside and pigeons are flying under the arches. You can walk everywhere. There is no ban on photography either. The most interesting thing is that when there are no prohibitions, people, on the contrary, behave very correctly. When we entered, there were schoolchildren, tourists, and worshipers, but no one bothered anyone.
9. On the way to the center we passed many interesting buildings.
10. And just like in, a combination of old buildings and new buildings.
11. In daylight, everything looks different than in the evening. And although we walked around the entire center the previous evening, there was a feeling that we were here for the first time.
12. Church of the Compañia de Jesus - The oldest church in Argentina.
13. This same church. I shamelessly flunked the frame, but I really like it :). Then I stood, stood, took takes, straightened the horizon, but the figures did not add up.
14. We remembered the restaurant from the evening, and came to have lunch the next day. True, lunch began at 7 pm - siesta, everything opens after 6 pm. We ordered black Quilmes beer, which was already beloved by that time, and parilletu - a dish for two. They brought us 2 empty plates and one common one in which lay: 2 pieces of chicken, 2 pieces of blood sausage, 2 chorizos (sausages) and bread. We were depressed, because we wanted to eat very much, and the restaurant was expensive. Check with the waitress, this is a dish for two, she is si. We were completely depressed, they picked up the sauce from the plate with bread. And then there was the 2nd part of the Marlezon ballet, which we had no idea about - grilled ribs. It was so tasty and a lot that we took the leftovers with us and dined on them the next day.
15. You cross this street and find yourself in a pedestrian zone.
16. Square in front of the courthouse of Cordoba.
17. And this is a suburb of Cordoba - Villa Carlos Paz. It is considered to be a very prestigious place, such as resort area... Windsurfing on the lake. We have not seen this - not the season.
18. The city is not very interesting - solid villas. They are very friendly people who themselves volunteer to help you on the street if you are standing with a map in your hands and cannot figure out where to go. The town also has a funicular, a park with a small train on the top of the mountain and observation deck.
19. A shock of branches on a tree is a nest of parrots. Green parrots of medium size here, like our sparrows - that's who you can look at for hours 🙂
To be continued…
The Church of the Sacred Heart is one of the most striking and interesting sights of the Argentine city of Cordoba. Impressive in its appearance, built in the Gothic style, the building constantly attracts the attention of tourists.
The construction of the church began in 1926, and was completed only in 1934. The construction of the church was carried out under the direction of the Italian architect Augusto Ferrari.
The architecture of the building not only looks impressive, but is also quite symbolic. The church has two towers, symbolizing the duality of humanity - a truncated tower indicates human imperfection, and the spire crowning the second tower symbolizes his soul.
El Celta Restaurant
Restaurant "El Celta Restaurant" is located on the street Jeronima Lewis de Cabrera in the city of Cordoba, Argentina. It specializes in seafood, gourmet meat and fish dishes as well as great pasta and tempting desserts. The institution is famous for its excellent presentation of signature dishes, as well as a cozy interior and highly qualified staff.
The tables in the restaurant are located at a fairly large distance, which allows visitors to feel intimate. They are covered with wonderful turquoise tablecloths and are pre-served for four people. The lighting in the hall is bright enough, which creates a cheerful festive atmosphere here. This place is ideal for corporate events and special events such as anniversaries or weddings.
The prices are quite high here, which is due to the high status of the restaurant. Tables are usually booked in advance by phone, on the website or at the administration of the institution. El Celta Restaurant is open from Tuesday to Sunday from 17:00 to 23:00.
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Talampaya National Park
National park Talampaya is located in the valley of the province of La Rioja, between two mountain ranges... The park acquired the status national park in 1997, and in 2000 it was included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.
There are many streams and rivers in the park, which makes this place a haven for many representatives of the animal world: guanaco, red fox, cougar, Patagonian hare. Among the largest representatives of the avian world, one can distinguish the eagle, the Andean condor and the condor falcon, guanaco, Maru. The territory of the park is one of the important places where archaeological and paleontological excavations take place. In the dry bed of the Talampaya River, numerous evidences of dinosaurs living here millions of years ago have been found, and the magnificent rock art artifacts are immensely popular.
Often nature itself presents amazing sculptures of stone and sand, among which the composition known as "The Lost City" is very popular. Over the past ten years, fossils have been discovered that have been dated to the Triassic period, that is, when dinosaurs first appeared. Another interesting find in this area is the remains of a fossil turtle, which inhabited more than 210 million on our planet. When tourists visit the park, an information tour of the sights of the park is arranged here, during which you can see the numerous rarities of the world of archeology.
The National University of Cordoba is one of the largest universities in the country, an important architectural monument and one of the most beautiful historical sights of the city. The university has rich history, located in historic center city and constantly attracts the admiring glances of passing tourists.
The National University of Cordoba is the oldest educational institution in the country. Its history dates back to 1610, when the Jesuit Order of the High College was founded in Cordoba. And after 3 years, a university and a library were founded on its basis.
Today, more than 115 thousand students study here, 12 faculties, about 100 research centers, 25 libraries and 16 museums have been opened. The university is located on the territory of the Jesuit Quarter - the main attraction of the city, included in the UNESCO World Heritage List, so the historical buildings of the university never go unnoticed by tourists.
Jesuit Quarter
The Jesuit quarter of Cordoba is the main attraction of the city, located in its very heart. Thousands of tourists come here every day to enjoy extraordinary beauty truly unique architectural structures, incorporating the best styles and traditions of Europe.
The quarter was built in the middle of the 17th century. It provides a vivid illustration of the fusion of local and European cultures. During the construction of the quarter, members of the Jesuit order came here from all over Europe, bringing with them new ideas, styles and technologies, as a result of which unique pieces of architecture appeared.
The National University, the Monserrat school, an old church and several interesting residential buildings are located here. In 2000, the site was included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.
Museum of Fine Arts Evita
Museum fine arts Evita is located in the old Ferreira Palace, built between 1912 and 1916. The mansion was once owned by an Argentine doctor, surgeon and owner of quarries and the largest limestone factory in Argentina at the time.
Many years later, as a result of complex repairs, the original appearance of the palace was lost and interior details were lost, and the absence of preserved photographs made it impossible to return the building to its original appearance.
After lengthy restoration work, the mansion opened its doors on October 17, 2007 as an art museum. The museum owes its name to the First Lady of the country Evita Peron. The museum has 12 exhibition halls, a sculpture garden, a library and an auditorium with 120 seats. Its exhibition features more than 500 unique art exhibits, including works by such outstanding creators as Francisco Goya, Pablo Picasso and many others.
Patio Olmos Shopping Center
Shopping center Patio Olmos is located in the heart of the city of Cordoba. The building has a large historical meaning for the city, being one of the main architectural monuments... Once outside the walls of this luxurious building, there was a school for boys, which was opened in 1909.
The building was built in the Renaissance style. Wide stone walls and a semicircular façade delight passers-by and visitors. The building was badly damaged during the 1977 earthquake, which led to the closure of the school. The building was restored many years later. And in 1995 a large shopping center opened its doors here for its customers.
Today it houses boutiques of various well-known brands, including Lacoste, Puma, La Martina, Carmen Steffens, Levi's, Swarovski and many others, as well as a multiplex cinema.
Alcorta Restaurant
The Alcorta Restaurant serves traditional Argentinean cuisine and a fine selection of wines.
Established in 2000, the restaurant quickly gained popularity. The main emphasis was placed on the national cuisine, which has turned into culinary masterpieces here. The chef has carefully collected traditional recipes and turned simple dishes into real delights. A large selection of hot dishes and interesting snacks will delight any gourmet.
The selection of wines in the restaurant is excellent, the wine list contains rare wines from different parts of Argentina, including reds, which are quite difficult to find.
The quality of the cuisine is complemented by the friendly and attentive service. The interior of the restaurant is elegantly and refined. The restaurant is perfect for long evenings, gala dinners and romantic dates.
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