Mountains and volcanoes near Argentina

Q: What architectural styles are represented in the historic buildings of Mendoza?

Colonial architecture is preserved in the ruins of the old city, destroyed by the earthquake of 1861. The Julio Argentino Theatre (1925) showcases an eclectic art deco style created under the direction of engineer Jose Rizo. The wine cellars of the region combine Spanish traditions with modern technology, as in the Bodega "Lopez" built in 1898.

Q: Where to go to Mendoza with children for educational rest?

The Cornelio Moiano Museum of Natural History offers a collection of dinosaur fossils found in the province. In the park "General San Martin" there is an aquarium with endemics of the Mendoza River. The interactive exhibition "Wine Science" at the cultural center "Leopoldo Lugones" clearly explains the process of winemaking.

Q: Where to take the most atmospheric photos in Mendoza?

The view of the Andes from the Inca Bridge at sunset creates dramatic footage. The frescoes of street artists in the Chivilkoy area reflect local folklore. Vineyards "La Rural" offer panoramas of terraced plantations, included in the preliminary list of UNESCO.

Q: What little-known but unique places are worth visiting in Mendoza?

The Casa de Fader underground museum preserves the works of the artist Fernando Fader in the original wine cellars of the XIX century. The 1909 seismic observatory shows equipment used after the 1861 disaster. The chapel “Karaantita” in the foothills preserved the wall paintings of the Guarani of the XVII century.

Q: What historical events are associated with the sights of Mendoza?

The Aconcagua Park is named after the expedition of 1897, when Matthias Zurbriggen was the first to conquer the summit. The ruins of the Church of San Francisco remind of an earthquake that changed the layout of the city. The Casa de San Martin Museum holds documents on the preparation of the Andean army for the liberation campaign of 1817.