Argentine Destinations to Enjoy Christmas Time
Now that the month of December has shown up on the calendar and we notice how close the Christmas holidays really are, we inevitably start thinking about where we would like to spend them and with whom. For those getaways that we like so much at Christmas, Argentina has several destinations that can make this celebration the best time of the year, bearing in mind that it is the season with warmer temperatures in the country.
Generally speaking, this holiday is often a time to get away from the city for a few days and revel with the family in a natural environment or in inland areas, where it is possible to learn about local traditions and customs, as well as its gastronomy and landscapes. For this reason, we reveal some of the best destinations to spend Christmas in Argentina.
Ushuaia
What can be said about this incredible treasure of nature? There are few better places to make the most of the holidays than in the Fuegian region. The possibilities are many: hiking and nature trails through the Patagonian forests, visits to the lagoons and glaciers that emerge there, among which stand out, for example, the Martial and Vinciguerra glaciers. Thus, if what you are looking for in your Christmas vacation is nature, the capital of Tierra del Fuego is one of the best possible options.
Mendoza
Wine tourism lovers can find in Mendoza the ideal option to enjoy their Christmas vacations. This region is one of the great wine capitals of the world, and a large number of tourists come to visit the many wineries and vineyards that are located there. What could be better than a Christmas meal accompanied by great wines? In addition, in the center of the province is the Valle Grande reservoir, a perfect place to practice nature sports such as hiking or rafting and to breathe fresh air.
Atlantic Coast
Unlike in other parts of the world, Christmas in Argentina is a time for bathing suits and flip-flops, and not for coats and scarves. That is why many Argentines choose the Atlantic Coast to enjoy this time of the year. The beaches of this coast (we can mention some such as Mar de Plata, Monte Hermoso and Pinamar) are visited every year by tourists who wish to spend their holidays in an environment that combines the relaxation of the coast with the ecstasy of the holiday night plans.
El Calafate and the Perito Moreno Glacier
The large number of hours of sunshine that characterizes the summer season, about 17 hours, makes Christmas the perfect time to visit these treasures of the Argentine Patagonia. In addition to touring the picture-perfect town, about 100 km away is Los Glaciares National Park, where one of the largest ice fields on the planet is protected. The most recognized attraction of this site is the Perito Moreno Glacier, which can be seen when walking along the walkways, in a unique setting.
San Carlos de Bariloche
This is just another sought-after destination for Argentines during the Christmas season. Also located in the Argentine Patagonia, Bariloche is surrounded by some of the most beautiful natural landscapes of the country, such as the Andes Mountains or the Nahuel Huapi National Park, and this is what makes it an incredible destination for the most adventurous, those who want to enjoy Christmas walking the most beautiful trails. In gastronomy it does not fall short either, since there you can taste some of the traditional products of the region, such as lamb, trout or chocolate.
Jujuy
From the beginning of December, preparations for Christmas begin, such as the traditional assembling of nativity scenes and the animation of the children worshippers, characteristic of the city of San Salvador de Jujuy, in addition to the singing of Christmas carols and the decoration with Christmas trees and ornaments. If when this time of the year arrives the Christmas spirit invades you, Jujuy is a suitable destination.
