Name: Mendoza Vacation Travel Guide | Expedia
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As the gateway to Argentina’s famous wine region,

Mendoza is a popular stopover between  Buenos Aires and Santiago de Chile.

Labeled as the “Eden of the Andes”, this green city is bursting with flavor.

Mendoza is “The Land of Sun and Good Wine”.

The Andean city represents  what Argentineans do best:

Here, the glass is always half full and this optimism is palpable when you explore Mendoza.

Set on a dry, sun-kissed plateau  in the foothills of the Andes,

the city sprouted from an ancient network of irrigation channels

to water their crops with the snowmelt  from the peaks.

When the Spanish arrived  in the mid-sixteenth century,

to establish Argentina’s first vineyards.

In doing so, they planted the seed of Mendoza’s future

as one of the world's Great Capitals of Wine.

Because the conditions in these mountains are so perfect,

Mendoza’s vineyards produce about three-quarters of the country's wine.

Set in a historic homestead in  the original wine-growing region of Mendoza,

Bodega Lagarde is as traditional as it gets,

Follow your nose to the smoking parrilla on the patio to enjoy a mouthwatering feast.

Pair each course with a different drop  for unexpected bursts of flavor.

Those with sophisticated palates can also book  a private wine tasting session at Catena Zapata,

run by the descendants of a pioneering winegrower from Italy.

The vineyards in its fertile valleys are not the only reason why Mendoza is nicknamed

The city’s sunny climate and abundance of shady parks round out its flavors.

The most generous park of all is  Parque General San Martín,

This massive urban green space is big enough to drive

the park’s glorious hill, is the national monument for the Army of the Andes.

Scenes depict how General San Martín and his troops first liberated Argentina

in the early nineteenth century  and then crossed the mountains from here

the Teatro Independencia also serves  as a grand memorial

to the country’s War of Independence from Spain.

Don’t miss the sculpture under the beautiful dome  of the nearby Espacio Contemporáneo de Arte,

This well-lit art space stands in stark contrast to the underground modern art museum,

which features acclaimed South American and European artists

and is located right under  the central terrace of Plaza Independencia.

This pocket of green is the central point of five leafy squares

that are dotted around the downtown area.

Nearby Plaza General San Martín features the general’s horseback statue,

while the Plaza España features an Iberian fountain,

which all symbolize the restored relations between Argentina and Spain.

Just four blocks away is the Plaza Italia,

with its Romanesque stonework and sculpture.

It’s a tribute to the social influence of the province’s Italian community.

When you explore this South American city it’s clear that the people of Mendoza

live their lives with gusto and  know how to have a good time.

So, why don’t you join them on a bustling café terrace along the boulevard at night.

the spirited city of Mendoza has aged beautifully

since first sprouting  from the foothills of the Andes

and has matured into a full-bodied blend with a hint of elegance.

Come and get a taste of  Mendoza’s zest for life

by uncorking the city’s intoxicating ingredients which, all combined,

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