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Then there’s Las Lenas, world class skiing 2 hours drive away at a fraction of European and American prices. You not only get to see the Andes, but Ski the Andes to, although my bags snowboarding! I could go on, but then it’s better for you to find out yourself! You’ll see that perfect isn’t too far off the mark!! Links
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There
are lots of ways to describe San Rafael but the one I like most
is “perfect!” Geographically it’s located in the
South of the Mendoza province some 230 km’s away from the
provincial Capital city of Mendoza. The city nestles between the
Rio Atuel and Rio Diamante and has the Andes Mountains as its backdrop.
Leaving my house in the morning the first thing I always look for
are the mountains! Less than 35 km’s away to the South you
come to Valle Grande, a mini grand canyon that becomes the centre
of tourist activity in the summer. The river over millions of years
has carved a fantastic pathway through the rock structure to leave
strata and formations of incredible beauty. Whether you want to
go rafting, kayaking, climbing, trekking, hiking or paragliding
Valle Grande has it all, not to mention a very busy night life!
In winter the river slows and the area becomes far more serene.
It’s always a pleasure every trip! At the top of Valle Grande
lies El Nuhuil. A vast lake, home to flamingo, swans, all sorts
of birdlife and me occasionally on a windsurfer! Close by and you
can moto cross over huge sand dunes, or just relax on the beach
along with everyone else! Excellent fishing can be had at Los Reyunos
another beautiful lake on the Rio Diamante along with stunning views
and all available water sports.
Back
into town and there’s a plethora of wineries to visit and
get a first hand taste of Mendoza’s fantastic wines. The beautiful
Bianchi winery lies close to one of San Rafael’s golf courses
and also very near to the autodrome which draws huge crowds on race
days. In town itself you’ll be surprised by how cosmopolitan
it is. Shops range from small kiosks to large and very fashionable
clothes shops be prepared to meet some very stylish and attractive
people! And the steaks….did I mention the steaks! There aren’t
many places left in the world where 2 people can have a three course
meal with the tenderest most perfect steak, enjoyed alongside a
world class bottle of red wine for less than U$S 20.00. 