San Carlos De Bariloche

The city of San Carlos de Bariloche is situated in the Rio Negro Provincer near the Nahuel Huapi National Park. It is surrounded by spectacular nature - beautiful lakes, mountains, glaciers and forests. Sunsets are stunning in Bariloche, and it is a fabulous city to visit that will lure you to stay.

Bariloche as it is known is well loved by Argentinians who enjoy its spectacular scenery and fine cuisine, as well as the natural beauty of the surrounding areas. There are many opportunities for sight seeing, as well as adventure sports, most notably skiing, but also water sports, climbing and trekking. It is also famous for its delcious chocolates and distinctly Swiss atmosphere.

The city is a place of contrasts - an urban city set in the midst of magnificent wilderness. A growing tourist industry and two decades of development have irrevocably altered what was once a picturesque mountain town, yet it still has its irrefutable charm. In amoungst discos and apartment blocks, you will still find charming Swiss and German architecture. A short drive out of townand you will be in the midst of lush forests, majestic lakes and snow-capped mountain peaks rivalling those of the Apls.

Sean Kervin from Travelpod gives a glowing testimonial about Bariloche: "Bariloche is Argentina's premier ski destination and one of the prettiest places I have ever seen. It feels a lot like Switzerland - surrounded by the impossibly jagged and snow capped Andes, pine forests,and Alpine Lakes. National Geographic rated Bariloche in the top ten scenic places in the world, and I would have to agree!''

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