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For the rich cultural experience it offers - along with beautiful beaches, winery tours, treks across frozen glaciers, or views of spectacular waterfalls - it's hard to imagine a more exciting destination than Argentina.

Not to mention the memory-making trip to Buenos Aires - the country's sophisticated capital city. Beautiful, compact and easy to get around, most of the city's main attractions are conveniently located near to each other, making the capital an easy one to explore by foot.

While here, don't miss a chance to see fancier footwork on stage with a classic performance of the tango, Argentina's national dance.

Farther afield, wine lovers will truly appreciate trips to San Juan or Mendoza wine country where quality wine production is at its peak. For fun in the sun, experience for yourself the beauty of sand dunes and crystal clear waters of Mar del Plata, and discover why it remains vacationing Argentine's favorite vacation spot.

Note that in July and August, nobody hits the surf; they hit the slopes! Summer is ski season in the southern hemisphere, and top Argentine ski resorts in Bariloche, Las Leñas and Ushuaia are the places to be.

For more spectacular natural beauty, pack the wide-angle lens for stunning photos of Iguazu Falls (located at the country's northeast corner) or head south for an unforgettable trek across the Argentine Antarctic at Glaciers National Park ...

More about Argentina travel & tourist attractions around the Web:

Lonely Planet World Guide : Argentina - Where and when to go, famous and off-the-beaten-track attractions, money and costs, Argentina's history, art and culture, with tips on getting there, and getting around.

Argentina travel guide - Wikitravel report featuring a quick overview of top attractions plus helpful tips on getting around by boat, train or plane, where to shop, insider tips on food and culture, cheap hotel & accommodation, electrical current in use, maps, health & safety tips, emergency numbers.

Travelsur.net - Comprehensive gateway to Argentina with the spotlight on travel packages with everything from whale watching to ski vacations including in-depth info on Patagonia, Gauchos, Tango and Pampas.

Argentina Touristica - Extensive facts, photos & practical information featuring transit and road maps, with guides by region including detailed overviews of Buenos Aires and Cordoba, mini-guides to national parks, ski centers and other outdoor adventures.

Buenos Aires Official Tourism Site - The complete online travel center including self-guided tours and maps to top attractions, searchable database of hotels & restaurants by cost or location, subway and bus information, virtual photo tour, calendar of events & tango festivals, practical travel & safety tips.

Mar del Plata - A brief overview, and check out the links to city maps, and a stunning photo gallery.

Iguazu Falls - Breathtaking virtual tour with 360-degree panoramas, plus practical tips on getting there and getting around the national park.

Walk the Glaciers of Argentina - Good introduction to the adventure near the country's southern tip with photos and maps, related links to more information.

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