Región Cuyo, Argentina

 

A region which cannot be found on any official card describes the concept Cuyo  - in the west of Argentina by newspapers, conversations or company names , the talk of the town.  The name originates from the Huarpe Indians who described the sandy bottom of the region as cuyum.

Today Cuyo stands for sun, wine and mountains and is one of the most popular regions for a holiday in Argentina.  Guests will find in the provinces,  Mendoza, San Luis and San Juan all year round wonderful  sunny weather.  The immediate proximity to the mountains gives the opportunity to explore the Andes on walks or at sporting activities such as mountaineering.

Some of the most beautiful national parks of Argentina can be found in the region Cuyo.  The Parque Provincial Payunica south of the city Of Malargüe protects the area with the worlds highest volcano density.  Over 800 cones  form a bizarrely fascinating landscape which can be discovered by a jeep safari.

The Parque National el Leoncito, with a dried out lake,  and Parque Provincial Aconcaqua, with the highest mountain of the the American continent are also very popular destinations .  On the other hand , the city of Mendoza lures with the convenience of civilization, hotels,motels , shopping possibilities and cultural offers.
Little cafes on the charming, shady Plazas expect the holiday-makers.

Furthermore recommended are the numerous wine-growing estates in the region.  Guests of the region Cuyo are invited with pleasure to a testing  of the famous Argentina wines.

 

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