A typical sidewalk cafeMendoza city , Argentina
Mendoza city is the capital of the Mendoza province. It is situated along the Pre - Andes mountains and is 2460ft (750m) above sea level. Mendoza city is a cultural center and was the launching point for Argentina's quest for independence. Mendoza is also Argentina's coveted wine producing region. The passion for food and wine become apparent immediately upon arrival. It is easy to appreciate the eclectic and interesting mixture of restaurants ranging from casual sidewalk cafes and pizzerias to traditional French and Spanish cuisine.
Cerro AconcaguaMendoza Province , Argentina
Cerro Aconcagua is the snow capped peak in the background. Located in the Andes mountains, Aconcagua reaches an altitude of 22,841 ft (6,966m) making it the highest peak in the Americas as well as the highest peak outside of Asia. The first successful ascent was in 1897 during an expedition led by the Briton Edward Fitzgerald, however it was the Swiss Mathias Zurbiggen who first reached the summit.
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