Image Page on Argentina
Insert pictures, and at
least one panorama image, and a webcam image from two different times.
Outline
1.
Landscapes
o Monte Fitz Roy in Patagonia
o Perito Moreno Glacier
o Nahuel Huapi Lake
o El Chalten Patagonia
2.
Cities
o Buenos Aires
o Cordoba
o Rosario
o Mendoza
3.
Landmarks
o Iguazu Falls National Park (panorama)
o The Obelisk (with webcam)
o The Puente de la Mujer
o Port on Tierra del Fuego
4.
Images of People
o Mapuche Woman
o Guacho Man
o Boco Junior Fans
o Tango Dancers
5.
Images from Lonely Planet
Argentina (Travel Guide)
o San Telmo
o Cementerio de la Recoleta
1 Landscapes
The picture above features Monte Fitz Roy in the Patagonia
region of Argentina. The mountain is located on the border between Chile and
Argentina. Explorer Francisco Moreno named the mountain in 1877, after Robert FitzRoy, who had charted parts of the Patagonia coast. The
first ascent of the peak was in 1952 by Lional Terray and Guido Magnone. Today,
excursions are available around and, on the mountain, either solo or guided.
Perito Moreno glacier is in the photo above. Argentina has many
glaciers along the Andes Mountains near the south. This particular
glacier is located in Los Glaciares National
Park. Much of the terrain in Argentina, and South America as a whole, has been
shaped by glacial erosion. This particular glacier is maintaining a state of equilibrium,
meaning it accumulates size at the same rate of loss. Hiking and trekking the
glacier is a popular tourist activity.
Nahuel Huapi Lake was created by glacial erosion of several
valleys. This large lake is located in the Patagonia
region of Argentina. In the early 1900s Nahuel Huapi was rumored to be home to Nahuelito, a giant
creature living in the deeper waters. More recently, the eruption of a nearby
volcano in 2011 cover parts of the lake with ash. Today the lake is great for kayaking,
fishing, and hiking trails.
El Chalten is a small town located in the Patagonia region
of Argentina. Chalten is a term in the Aonikenk language meaning "Smoky Mountain" because of the
clouds columned near the tops of surrounding mountains. This small town was
named Argentina's Trekking Capital. This award was given for the area surrounding
the town, which include the Andes Mountains and several glaciers. Trekking,
hiking, climbing, and horseback riding are all popular here, and the area's
economy thrives on tourism.
2 Cities
Buenos Aires
is the capitol of Argentina, and the largest city in Argentina. The population
is over 13 million people. The skyline in the picture above shows the mix
between old Spanish culture, and the more modern culture. The city is located
on the Rio de la Plata bordering Brazil. Buenos Aires is known for its
delicious food, expansive green spaces, and wealth of culture. The city is also
home to the Boca vs River derby football games.
Founded in 1573, Cordoba is the second largest city in
Argentina. The city itself was named after Cordoba, Spain. It is located in the central Argentina in the Sierra Chicas region. It has around 1.3 million people. Like
Buenos Aires, Cordoba is a mix of old and new culture influences. Cordoba is
known for its surrounding countryside, dotted with wineries, numerous museums
and cathedrals, and several open-air shopping areas.
Rosario is located also the Parana River in the province of Santa Fe. It is the third
largest city in Argentina, with about 1.2 million people. The city thrives on
exporting crops, including wheat, hay, linseed and manufactured goods, down the
river. Rosario is full of cinemas, theaters, and museums, including a public
astronomy building with an observatory. Parks and greenspaces are also numerous.
Similar to Cordoba, Mendoza is well known for its vineyards and
wineries. Located east of Mount Aconcagua, Mendoza is a hotspot for tourists
looking for adventures. With over 1,000 vineyards, and easy access to hiking
and trekking points, Mendoza is a blend of the city and countryside. This city
is listed in many travel books as a must do for a trip to Argentina.
3 Landmarks
The picture above is a
panorama of Iguazu Falls National Park. The Iguazu Falls is located on
the border between Argentina and Brazil. Together the falls form the largest waterfall
in the world. The word "Iguazu" stems from the Tupi word
meaning "water". These falls are one of the top tourist attractions in Argentina
and are easy to access with different forms of transportation.
The Obelisk of Buenos
Aires is a national historic
monument located in the Plaza de la Republica. This
monument was created in 1936 to commemorate the 400th anniversary of
the city's foundation. Its creation took only 31 days! In reaction to political
vandalism, a fence has since been placed around the base of the monument. It
has been decorated for events in the past, including being cover in a condom
for World AIDS day, and decorated as a Christmas tree for Christmas. The webcam
shows a distant shot of the Obelisk from further down the Plaza.
https://www.webcamtaxi.com/en/argentina/buenos-aires/july-9-avenue.html
Puerto Madero is the
largest urban renewal project in Buenos Aires. The Puerto Madero district was originally
a dock on the river used for exports and imports in the early 20th
century. After years of decay the city overtook a renewal project that
transforms the district into a hotbed of luxury. The bridge in the picture is a
great landmark to this transformation. The Puente de la Mujer
(Woman�s Bridge) was designed to mimic a couple dancing the tango.
The
image above comes from a webcam showing the Tierra del Fuego Port in
Ushuaia. Tierra del Fuego (Land of Fire) is the southern most point of South
America. The name stems from Ferdinand Magellan's account of seeing the islands
for the first time. The native people had many lit fires, which made the land
look as though it was on fire. Today many Antarctica expeditions begin from these
ports. Economically the area depends heavily of tourism, manufacturing, and
Antarctic logistics.
https://www.skylinewebcams.com/en/webcam/argentina/tierra-del-fuego/ushuaia/ushuaia.html
4 Images of People
The woman above is Mapuche, and
group of indigenous people located in southern Chile and southwestern Argentina.
Although many of the people in present-day Argentina are of European descent,
the Mapuche represent the groups of indigenous people
who still call the area their home. Mapuche culture
is largely agricultural, though they are also known for their handwoven
textiles and silverwork. Their culture can be seen throughout the Andes regions,
especially in outdoor markets.
Guacho are skilled horsemen found throughout Argentina and southern
parts of South America. Guacho play a large part in
regional culture and have become a national symbol in Argentina. Today guachos work with livestock in the countryside. Much like
the cowboys of the Western United States, the guacho
symbolize freedom and bravery.
Like most countries in South
America, Argentina is home to many football fans and leagues. The picture above
shows fans of the Boca Junior Football team, located in Buenos Aires.
Football is deeply ingrained in the culture of Argentina, making a trip to the
stadiums an otherworldly experience. The Boca Junior vs the River Plata match is
considered by The Sun, a British newspaper, to be the "most intense sporting
experience in the world".
Traditional Tango
Dancers in the photo above are
not uncommon throughout Argentina. Tango originated in Argentina in the 18th
century as a street dance performed by immigrants, former slave, and the lower
class. The dance quickly rose in popularity and became famous worldwide. There
are many different types of tango, including the original Argentinian tango and
the Spanish Andalusian Tango.
5 Images from the Book
San Telmo is a neighborhood located in Buenos Aires. The
area is known for its old colonial style buildings. Street fairs can be found
here on Sundays, and are home to handcrafted arts and
street performers. Tango performance here are also worth a watch according to
the Lonely Planet travel guide.
Cementerio de le Recoleta is located in the winding street of
Buenos Aires. This "city of the dead" is located across small streets and
contains hundreds of crypts. Each crypt is uniquely carved from marble,
granite, or concrete, and is decorated with stained glass, angels and small
trees and plants. According to the Lonely Planet this area is great for photos
and exploring local culture.
Submitted by Sabrina Short on 04/03/2020.