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San Carlos de Bariloche, often simply called Bariloche, is a popular tourist destination and a picturesque town in the foothills of the Andes Mountains in the Río Negro province of Argentina. Bariloche is surrounded by crystal-clear lakes, snow-capped mountains, and lush forests, and it is a blend making it a great place to go in all seasons. Bariloche is a destination for nature lovers but there are sights in town as well.
The historic area of Bariloche has a distinct alpine architecture, and the best place to start the exploration of the town is Centro Cívico Bariloche. It is a square and an urban space with panoramic views to the great lake, Lago Nahuel Huapi. There is a statue of former president Julio Roca at the square, where you can see Swiss-inspired architecture. At Centro Cívico you can visit Francisco Moreno Museum of Patagonia, which offers insights into the region’s natural and cultural history.
Bariloche is also famous for its chocolate, and the town is nicknamed Argentina’s chocolate capital. From Centro Cívico you can stroll down Mitre Street where you will pass several chocolate shops. You can of course indulge in a variety of handcrafted treats, and if you want to know more, then the Fenoglio Chocolate Museum is the right place. At the museum, you can learn about the history and production of the sweets of Bariloche.
Continuing along Mitre towards the east you can walk to the Cathedral of Our Lady of Nahuel Huapi. It is a must-visit place of Bariloche with its impressive design and lakeside setting. Bariloche Cathedral is a beautiful example of neo-Gothic architecture located in the heart of town. The majestic cathedral features stained-glass windows and intricate stonework and stands as a peaceful retreat.
Circuito Chico is a tour that takes you through some of the most scenic spots around Bariloche. It includes the Llao Llao Peninsula and Mount Campanario, from where you have a panoramic view offering a 360-degree vista of lakes and mountains. The tour is a route you can begin in the center of Bariloche. Follow the southern shore of Lake Nahuel Huapi towards the west and enjoy several viewpoint along the road.
After some time you will arrive at Llao Llao, a good place for a stop. You can see the iconic Llao Llao Hotel and visit the viewpoint Mirador de los Navegantes with an exceptional view to the lake, mountains and the natural beauty of the area. At the viewpoint is Puerto Pañuelo, which is the starting point for lake excursions to Isla Victoria, Arrayanes forest, and Puerto Blest. Continuing along the Circuito Chico, you will find other panoramic points and a lot of great stops. The most impressing is Cerro Campanario which is accessible on a cable car.
Victoria Island, also known as Isla Victoria, is a large island to the northwest of Bariloche, located in Lake Nahuel Huapi. There are beaches, hiking trails, forests and amazing view on the island. The crossing to Victoria Island is from Puerto Pañuelo, which is some 25 kilometers west of Bariloche. After a boat trip on the blue lake, you arrive at Puerto Anchorena on the island, which is a part of Nahuel Huapi National Park.
You can explore the island by yourself if you did not join a tour from Bariloche. Tours are guided and will take you to the wonderful nature of the Victoria Island at such places as Playa del Toro, a beautiful beach with turquoise waters. Back on the boat, it a normal to continue north to Arrayanes Forest/Bosque de Arrayanes in Los Arrayanes National Park, another great excursion from Bariloche.
Bariloche Cathedral, San Carlos de Bariloche, Argentina[/caption]
Overview of San Carlos de Bariloche
San Carlos de Bariloche, often simply called Bariloche, is a popular tourist destination and a picturesque town in the foothills of the Andes Mountains in the Río Negro province of Argentina. Bariloche is surrounded by crystal-clear lakes, snow-capped mountains, and lush forests, and it is a blend making it a great place to go in all seasons. Bariloche is a destination for nature lovers but there are sights in town as well.
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