Location: Uspallata
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Things to do in Uspallata, Cuyo: The Best Outdoor Activities
Uspallata is a village, and an administrative district, in Argentina in a scenic location on the road which crosses the Andes between Mendoza and Santiago in Chile. It is located 100 km (62 mi) west of Mendoza and was once served by the now disused Transandine Railway which passed through the town on its way from Mendoza to Los Andes in Chile. There are several items of interest in and around the village including "las bovedas", somewhat strangely egg-shaped kilns dating from the early 17th century which were used to extract gold, silver, zinc, copper and other metals from minerals mined nearby. Worth a brief visit as they are only approx 1 1/2 km from town, complete with a small museum, notes include the fact that some of the refractory bricks can still be seen with "Rufford Stourbridge" from the English West Midlands stamped on them; a brief reminder of Britain´s industrial heritage. The road to the Chilean border incorporates some of the most dramatic scenery in the region, the Andean mountains in this part being part of the backdrop of the highest peak out of the ANDES, Aconcagua at almost 7,000 metres above sea level. There is a brief glimpse of the stunning mountain from the road some distance from another point of interest, an ochre coloured bridge spanning the Rio Mendoza 72 km from Uspallata that seems to have been made from sulphur-bearing hot springs.
Restaurants in Uspallata
1. Cerro Del Gato
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
2. Rios Libres
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We are trained to provide excellent activities to our guests, balancing fun and safety, forming new team links. We specialize in Rafting, kayaking and activities in the river.
3. Cumbre Expediciones
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Combined packages of ACCOMMODATION in fully equipped cabins + ADVENTURE TOURISM ACTIVITIES We are a professional Tourism and Adventure Tourism Agency, with a single objective: to make your stay in our province more pleasant, we have all the experience and the ability to provide a complete service, such as accommodation, tours and excursions, adventure, nature, culture , etc.
4. Camino del Inca
5. Desnivel Turismo Aventura
6. Cerro Montura
7. Saddle Up Argentina
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Looking for a thrilling adventure off the beaten path? Look no further. At Saddle Up Argentina we will put the spark back in your life! Whether you are looking for a challenging expedition on horseback or just want to spend an hour in the saddle, we will make sure to give you a taste of life in the Andes. Now is the time to make those 'lasso throwing, cattle branding' dreams a reality. Don't wait, Saddle Up and Go!
8. Penitentes Mendoza
9. Rio San Alberto
10. A-traccion Turismo de Montana
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
