Description of a place: Misiones by Rocio Fourcade

Misiones is the perfect setting for a holiday in Argentina. It is situated in the north-east of the region, and it takes only 12 hours to get there from Buenos Aires by car. You will be captivated by it fascinating scenery and history.

It´s the wide variety of breathtaking scenery which makes the region so attractive. There are rivers like the San Antonio, Guazú or Uruguay, the Iguazú Falls, forest which has the most OF THE biodiversity of Argentina. The forest has trees that reach 45 meters high, plants that reach 15 meters high and a wide variety of animals and plants, such as the orchid. In 1989 a law was passed stating that people can´t hunt some animal species like the yaguareté, el tapir and the anteater.

Misiones is famous for its falls, mountain range, rivers, the red land and its constant rain. But there are plenty of thingS for holidaymakers to do. A great place for families and friends to visit is the Iguazú Falls for its breathtaking scenery and it´s one of the 7 Wonders of the World, it has 275 falls. Or Salto Encantado that is a hidden treasure and its fall has 64 meters high and it´s one of the most seen VISITED attractions of the region.

The region offers day trips to suit every taste like Camino de los Jesuitas, bird seeing  WATCHING, a guide to Pueblos Originarios or museums. There are some special festivals that people can go such as Fiesta Nacional de Yerba Mate, Fiesta Provincial de la Cerveza, Fiesta Nacional de la Orquídea y Provincial de la Flor y Fiesta Nacional del Inmigrante. This place is a must see for visitors.