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| Rio Grande | ||
| province | Tierra del Fuego | |
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| Residents | 70.000 | |
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| Tourist info | (02964) 431324 http://produccion.riogrande.gov.ar/ | |
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Rio Grande is the largest city in the province Tierra del Fuego in the extreme south Argentina. It is located on the Atlantic coast in the north of the Isla Grande, the main island of the fire land-Archipelago.
The rapidly growing city is architecturally modern, shaped by industry and its port and is most interesting for anglers from a tourist point of view, as numerous rivers rich in fish can be reached from here.
background
The area around the city has been from the Middle Ages Selk'nam-Indians settled. In 1880 a Salesian mission was founded north of the present city. Gold prospectors set up shop in the region three years later. But it was not until 1921 that the city was officially founded by decree of the then President Hipólito Yrigoyen. In 1972 the settlement of industry was encouraged by a federal law, which led to a rapid boom in the city, especially in the electronics and media sectors. In the 1990s, however, things went downhill again due to increasing foreign competition as a result of liberalization. A hesitant revival can be felt today.
The city's surroundings are flat to hilly, and the climate is cool, albeit warmer and significantly drier than in Ushuaia. But it's still not enough for bathing - the water is rarely over 10 ° C, even in midsummer. The biggest attractions are in the area - albeit a walk in the Barrio Viejo (Old Town district), characterized by painted wooden houses, can be attractive. Nevertheless, unlike Ushuaia, for example, Río Grande looks like a normal Argentine medium-sized town.
getting there
By plane
Río Grande has an airport that runs daily from Buenos Aires (Aeroparque) is flown from. It is located 5 km east of the city.
By bus
There are bus connections to Río Gallegoswhere to transfer to Buenos Aires and other cities, Punta Arenas and Ushuaia.
In the street
Río Grande can be reached from the north and south via the Ruta Nacional 3. She goes through a bit Chile and it is necessary to cross the Strait of Magellan by ferry (approx. US $ 30). Of Punta Arenas from you can reach the city via Porvenir (Ferry connection, for more information see the operating company's website TABSA) and then via San Sebastián to Río Grande. There is another border crossing, south of San Sebastián, which is only recommended for jeeps, as you have to cross a ford (Ruta Provincial 8).
By boat
At times there were ferry connections to Río Gallegos. Current status (2009) unclear.
mobility
In Río Grande there are several city bus routes, as well as taxis and remises (radio taxis).
Tourist Attractions
Churches, mosques, synagogues, temples
- Salesian Mission, Ruta Nac. 3 km 2980, 10 km north of Río Grande. Tel.: 54 (0)2964 430667, 54 (0)2964 421642. Listed mission complex from the 19th century. Open from Monday to Friday 3:00 p.m. to 5:45 p.m.
Museums
- Museo Virginia Choquintel, Alberdi 555. Tel.: 54 (0)2964 430647. The museum shows the history of the city, fauna and flora as well as finds from the region. Open Mon-Fri 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sat. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Casa de la Cultura del Pueblo Indígena “Rafaela Ishton”, Ameghino esq. Piedrabuena. Tel.: 54 (0)2964 430528, Mobile: 54 15 - 453061, Email: [email protected]. Opening times Mon-Fri 09: 00-12: 00 and 13: 30-17: 00. The cultural center shows the way of life and the art of the Selk'nam Indians and also offers language and handicraft courses.
various
- Old suspension bridge over the Río Grande
activities
- fishing. There are numerous excursions to the Río Grande and other rivers in the area.
- Bird watching. On the beach, Río Grande is haunted by many birds. There is an observatory at the port, on Elcano Street between Av. M. Belgrano and Thorne.
- hike. To Cabo Domingo, 16 km north, a 100 m high cliff over the Atlantic.
shop
kitchen
Cheap
- Pope pizza, Belgrano 383. Tel.: 54 (0)2964 432100.
- Sonora, Perito moreno 705. Tel.: 54 (0)2964 423102.
medium
- Parrilla El Rincon de Julio, Elcano 846.
- Parrilla Los Troncos, Islas Malvinas 954. Tel.: 54 (0)2964 433982.
- La Barra, Av. San Martin 96.
- La Nueva Piamontesa, Belgrano 402. Tel.: 54 (0)2964 426332.
- La Rueda Express, Perito Moreno. Tel.: 54 (0)2964 427294.
- Leymi, 25 De Mayo 1335. Tel.: 54 (0)2964 421683.
- Posadas de los sauces, Elcano 839. Tel.: 54 (0)2964 432895.
Upscale
- status, Av. San Martín 268. Tel.: 54 (0)2964 432580.
nightlife
accommodation
Cheap
- Hospedaje Yawar, Viedma Nº 230. Tel.: 54 (0)2964 423451, Fax: 54 (0)2964 421880, Email: [email protected].. With kitchen, shared bathroom.
- B&B El Puesto, Juan Bautista Thorne 345. Tel.: 54 (0)2964 420923.
- Hostal de la Costa, 20 de junio 538. Tel.: 54 (0)2964 421396.
- Hostal Yoat, Rafael Obligado 557. Tel.: 54 (0)2964 427516.
medium
- Apart Hotel Mareas, Av. Belgrano 1360. Tel.: 54 (0)2964 420547, Mobile: 54 15458328, Email: [email protected].
- Apart Hotel Patagonia, San Lorenzo 80. Tel.: 54 (0)2964 427738, 54 (0)2964 427549, 54 (0)2964 431664, Email: [email protected].
Upscale
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Practical advice
Area code is 02964, Post Code V9420. GSM network and internet are available.
