A vast region lying south of Buenos Aires, Patagonia is a land of awe-inspiring wilderness. Snowy mountains cover the interior, and wildlife roam the coastal shores and Andean national parks. For wildlife aficionados, the region is filled with sea lions, elephant seals, Magellanic penguins, and whales.
Glaciers create a varied and exciting landscape, offering amazing photographic opportunities.
The city of La Plata was chosen in 1880 as the new capital of the province of Buenos Aires. Its wide streets and tree-lined boulevards allows for rapid movement throughout the city. Its population is a mixture of Italians, Germans and Spaniards. It is currently a popular tourist spot filled with museums, gardens and other interesting sites. Montevideo, Uruguay Montevideo, the capital of Uruguay, is a large city sprawled along the banks of the R o de la Plata across from Buenos Aires.