Argentina
is an excellent country to travel in. Argentineans are friendly, helpful and welcoming and any you’ll make new friends on any journey through the country. The country is easy to navigate, public transport is excellent and there are many places top visit with spectacular scenery and experiences of a lifetime just around every corner.
From the once-in-a-lifetime Falls at Iguazu in the tropical north, to the vibrant 24 hour capital of Buenos Aires and the wilds of Tierra del Fuegan capital Ushuaia, Argentina is a country that keeps on giving.
In the lake district, the glaciers of El Calafate are beautiful beyond description, the wildlife around Puerto Madryn is unique and wonderful and Salta, gateway to Bolivia, provides the quintessential South American experience.
Essential Reading
Bruce Chatwin – “In Patagonia”
– Chatwin’s classive travelogue. Written in his own unique style, the author tells of his exploration and discoveries in Patagonia during his search for a Milodon.
Paul Theroux – “The Old Patagonian Express”
– Travelling from his home in Boston to Esquel, in the heart of Patagonia, Theroux’s style divides readers into those who love it, and those who hate it. Whichever side you belong to, you have to read this book.
Jorge Luis Borges – “On Argentina”
– An indispensable collection of works by the writer who many believe is Argentina’s greatest.
