Copa Airlines’ Destinations in the Americas Tour: Argentina
With an area of 1,073,500 sq mi, it’s the largest Spanish-speaking country in the world by area, the 2nd largest country in South America and the 8th in the world. Rich in culture and history, Argentina is known for having a notable number of people with Italian ancestry (about 60% of the population), consumption of meat (especially the asado) and for having some of the most popular names in sports like Lionel Messi and Diego Maradona, and in literature such as Jorge Luis Borges and Esteban Echeverría. Not to mention that the country, also has some of the most breathtaking natural landscapes in the world.
Founded in 1536, Buenos Aires is a melting pot of European and South American cultures. It served as the capital of the Viceroyalty of the Río de la Plata, and its strategic location on the Río de la Plata made it a hub for trade and commerce.
Known for its passionate tango, vibrant arts scene, and lively nightlife, Buenos Aires is an cultural center in the region. It’s home to museums, theaters, and galleries, and its diverse neighborhoods offer a glimpse into different aspects of Argentine life. Copa Airlines flies to Ministro Pistarini International Airport for their flights to Buenos Aires.
Places to visit in Buenos Aires include:
- Plaza de Mayo
- La Boca
- San Telmo
- Palermo
- Puerto Madero
Northwest of Buenos Aires we find Córdoba, the 2nd largest city in Argentina, and one of the early Spanish colonial towns in the region too. Founded in 1573, it was a center of learning and culture during the colonial era, and its university is one of the oldest in the Americas.
The city still preserves up to this day, several buildings that date back to the colonial era, making it a UNESCO heritage site. It’s the birthplace of Paulo Dybala, currently a soccer player in the Juventus, and the Argentinian soccer team. Copa Airlines flies to Ingeniero Aeronáutico Ambrosio L.V. Taravella International Airport, for their flights to Córdoba. Some places to visit here are:
- Camino de las Altas Cumbres
- Iglesia de los Capuchinos
- Museo Histórico Manzana Jesuística
- Plaza San Martín
- La Paz
Founded in 1789, Rosario played a crucial role in Argentina’s independence movement. This is the 3rd most-populated city in Argentina. The city is a major economic hub in the Northeastern region of Argentina, being a major railroad terminal and an important import-export connection point thanks to the Paraná River. It’s the birthplace of Lionel Messi and Ángel Di Maria, both well-known soccer players, and also of Ernesto ‘‘Che’’ Guevara, a Marxist revolutionary leader. Copa Airlines flies to Rosario-Islas Malvinas International Airport for their flights to Rosario.
Some places to visit in Rosario are:
- Monumento Histórico Nacional a la Bandera
- Teatro El Círculo
- Parque de la Independencia
- Mercado del Patio
- Santuario Basílica Catedral de Nuestra Señora del Rosario
High in the mountains near the Andes, lies the city of Mendoza. Founded in 1561, it played a significant role in the War of Independence and the Civil War. This city is known for its wine and olive oil production, but wine is the most relevant industry, being the largest in South America. It’s also a stopover for avid hikers and mountaineers eager to explore the Andes mountain range and most importantly the Aconcagua, the tallest mountain the southern and western hemispheres. Copa Airlines flies to Governor Francisco Gabrielli International Airport, for their flights to Mendoza.
Places to visit in Mendoza are:
- Plaza Independencia
- Cerro de la Gloria
- Parque General San Martín
- Parque Provincial Aconcagua
- Pretty much all the wineries out there…
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