Sitting on the foot of the Andes Mountain range, the city of Mendoza is widely known as a developing Argentinean wine region. Its eye-catching scenery, agriculture, and attractions make the city a popular destination for tourists. Mendoza is a clean city with plenty of trees and parks throughout. It is also the location for many adventure activities such as mountaineering, hiking, horse riding, water rafting and various others. 

See:

• Parque San Martin – home to the Zoo, an amphitheatre, and stunning lakes and parks, it is also the location for many festivals and events. The Cerro de la Gloria monument can also be found here.
• The Historical Centre – Includes the Plaza Pedro del Castillo, Museo Fundacional, and the San Francisco ruins.
• The attractive city streets laid out with trees, squares and parks, in particular Plaza Espana – one of the most beautiful areas perfect for a stroll through the gardens and fountains.
• Puente del Inca – this natural stone bridge is located over the Rio Mendoza. It has been covered in minerals from the water giving it a striking gold-covered look.

Experience:

• Fiesta National de la Vendimia – the largest festival (celebrating the grape harvest) in Mendoza at the start of each year. It includes many regional events, all with plenty of music, parades, and lots of wine tasting.
• The beauty of the Uspallata valley where you will find the remains of a mining site. The valley has also been the setting for many films as a stunning background piece.