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India and Argentina are celebrating 70 years of bilateral relations. The South American nation is promoting tourism and people to people interaction. Argentina will showcase typical Argentinean sweets, wines, fresh fruits, and Yerba Mate tea in New Delhi to celebrate the ocassion. Argentina has some never seen before destinations and activioties for travel enthusiasts who want to experience something new. Its culture, formed by its gastronomy, the fascinating Tango dance, and its music is truly unique. Here's a list of destinations to see and things to experience when you visit Argentina:
Antarctica Argentina: more than 500 Indian tourists visit Antarctica every year, the most exotic place in the world. (Image: Embassy of Argentina) Argentine Cherries: The Argentine cherries have a unique flavour since they are cultivated in productive oases (irrigated valleys) located in arid desert areas of cold temperate continental climate. (Image: Embassy of Argentina) Lemons: The Argentine lemons certified by ALL LEMON, are distinguished because they are, high in juice content, for their resistance and durability, for their firmness, for their freshness, for their uniform format, for their balanced colour, for their skin in optimal conditions and its traceability and safety. (Image: Embassy of Argentina) Argentine Wine: Argentina is famous not only for its Malbec Wine. In the Vinalies International 2018 contest, the Cabernet Sauvignon of La Mascota Vineyards, a select winery located at the foot of the Andes Mountain Range, has been distinguished as the best red wine in the world. (Image: Embassy of Argentina) Iguazu Falls: the largest waterfall in the world and one of the New 7 Wonders of Nature. Over 1.2 million tourists visit this beauty every year. (Image: Embassy of Argentina) Perito Moreno Glacier: Due to its size and accessibility, Perito Moreno is one of the major tourist attractions in southern Patagonia and the rupture of this glacier is considered one of the most impressive natural spectacles in the world. (Image: Embassy of Argentina) Tango: a Tango dance in the historic neighbourhood of Caminito, La Boca, Buenos Aires. There are a lot of opportunities in India for tango lovers to enjoy this social dance in Ballrooms and "Milongas". (Image: Embassy of Argentina) Yerba Mate: Argentina is the largest exporter of Yerba Mate in the world. Mate is known for its nutritional properties and health benefits. Also, a lot of football players drink it nowadays. (Image: Embassy of Argentina) Polo: Argentina and India share a partnership between La Pegasus Polo International and Argentine Open Polo Championships 2019. Argentinian All-Stars Polo Team is playing in India. (Image: Embassy of Argentina) Apples: Argentine apples are characterized by being unique in their flavour, grown in an oasis with natural barriers to pests, and pure water from the Andes. The expertise of an industry dedicated to the export of fruits for 90 years, the logistics integrated to a port dedicated exclusively to fruits, the ability to export most varieties 10 to 12 months a year. (Image: Embassy of Argentina)