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La Plata is located 60 km from Buenos Aires city, only an hour away by bus. It’s a university city with great architectural, sporting and cultural heritages, as well as excellent gastronomy, theatres and nightlife. :: Astronomic Observatory & Museum of Natural Science: It is considered one of the most important museums of the world because of the valuable pieces it conserves. :: The Cathedral: It is America’s tallest cathedral (112 m). In 1994 it was recognized as one of the ten most important cathedrals of the world, and its name was inscribed in Saint Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City. :: Children’s Republic: A theme park of 53 hectares, where everything has been built to scale: castles, oriental palaces, public buildings, a chapel, a lake, a train and much more. :: Buildings with amazing architecture: The Teatro* Argentino (with international shows), the Coliseo Podestá Theatre, Ciudad* de La Plata Stadium (one of the most modern in South America), Pasaje Dardo Rocha, and the Municipalidad (City Council), among others.:: Meridiano Vº: A traditional neighbourhood located in the south of the city, where the cobblestone streets, nostalgic bars and old lamp posts will take you to the past. Visit the old train station for its interesting cultural centre.

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HOSTEL DEL BOSQUE Calle 54 Nº 460(0221) 4890236

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In the heart of the city, Hostal del Bosque has a privileged position next to all the transport hubs, shops, museums and restaurants. But you might end up spending more time inside relaxing with the attentive staff, playing board games or play station, throwing a big Argentine steak on the BBQ, baking empanadas in the well-stocked kitchen or staying in for movie night with other travellers.

Staff can organise tours and outings for guests

and there are dorms (with shared and private bathrooms), one private double (with bath) and

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Mar del Plata is the popular beach resort town, just five hours south of Buenos Aires, which gets a huge population boost in the summer. You will have to wade through a sea of Argentineans before reaching the sea at the popular downtown beaches Bristol, Playa Chica and Playa Grande. For a more tranquil experience, head to one of the southern beaches like Punta Magotes. You can’t miss the Havanna building, with their trademark “alfajores” or the landmark restaurant Manolo for their “chocolate con churros”.If you’re not the beach-lounging type, Mar del Plata also offers many adventure options. Try your skills and nerve surfing, long boarding, wake boarding, wind surfing, scuba diving, paragliding and skydiving.Outside of town you can trek, rock climb, rappel, kayak and horseback ride at the Sierra y Lago de Los Padres. Get to know the local maritime culture by boating around the bay, visiting the Museo del Mar or strolling around the port to see the day’s catch come in and the resident sea lions playing in the water.After midnight, head to Mar del Plata’s booming nightlife along Constitución street.

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HOME INTERCULTURAL LEARNINGIf learning Spanish is next on your “to do” list, check out Home Intercultural Learning in La Plata. The school uses some of the most innovative techniques in teaching Spanish; combining regular lessons, immersion outings and “blended learning” (a mix of face to face and online courses at all levels). With a team of experienced staff, they work in conjunction with other schools around the world to bring you the best and most up-to-date teaching strategies based on the Intercultural Approach. There’s a range of packages you can choose from, which include a mix of intensive or semi-intensive classes, group or individual lessons plus events and lodging at nearby hostels. It’s a cozy learning environment with a great relaxed

vibe. Pay them a visit! The school also offers online Spanish courses - language and culture intertwined - which you can take as a free-standing option or as an in-between option between visits!

Calle 37 Nº 1091, between 16 & 17(0221) 4833575

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HOSTEL LA PERGOLA Hipólito Yrigoyen 1093 (corner Balcarce)(0223) 4933695

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The house of La Pérgola is historically protected by the city because of its exquisite medieval style design and cool inside decoration like their spiral staircase, stone fireplace and mosaics. They have a terrace with grill looking onto sea views, a well stocked kitchen and a plush DVD room with more than 300 films. It is located only 1 block from the sea and close to all the necessities of the city. Take your pick from their rooms for 2, 4, 6 or 8 people, most with shared bathrooms. The well travelled owner make special efforts to maintain a positive energy environment and offer Asian herbal teas, meditation by the seaside and energy harmonisation. If you have any energy left you can

spend it hanging out with the other travellers for their asado or pizza nights, foosball championships or a game of footie.

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CORDOBACórdoba is Argentina’s second largest city, with their iconic music and dancing, the “cuarteto”, and their famous signature drink, Fernet con cola.

Downtown you can find the Manzana Jesuítica (Jesuit quarters), declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. While you are there, visit the Cathedral, the University of Córdoba (the oldest university in Argentina), the Cabildo (town hall), Montserrat College, and the churches of the Compañía de Jesús, San Francisco and San Roque.

Nueva Cordoba neighbourhood is the spot for hopping nightlife. Here also stands the impressive 1912 Palacio* Ferreyra with its fine art museum - a mixture of largely Cordoban contemporary and classic art. Nearby, the huge Museo* Emilio Caraffa stages exhibitions from local artists. Don’t miss the Iglesia* del Sagrado Corazón (de los padres Capuchinos) and its gothic architecture. Visit Sarmiento Park, the largest park in town, which is home to the Zoo as well as a boating lake with islands, sporting grounds and wide boulevards lined with native trees.

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:: Alta Gracia: is a pretty little town situated 35 km from Córdoba city. It offers interesting attractions, including the Jesuit Estancia (declared World Heritage Site by UNESCO) and the “Che” Guevara House and Museum. :: Quebrada* del Condorito National Park: famous for its V-shaped crack, 800 m deep and with a 1,500 m gap between the edges, and the Condorito river running through its bottom. It’s one of the few places where you can see condors at a close distance; they nest on the steep southern balcony, from where the view is magnificent.:: Villa General Belgrano: this picturesque German-influenced town, 90 km from Córdoba city, has a quaint downtown and an October beer festival.:: Los Gigantes: located 90 km from Córdoba city in the Sierras de Córdoba, these pure granite formations have steep rock walls and are very popular amongst climbers and rappelers.:: La Cumbre: located 98 km from Cordoba city, it’s a beautiful town due to the rugged mountain landscape, filled with winding roads and big stony English houses. West of La Cumbre is Cuchi Corral, a hill with a vast natural balcony with views over the Río* Pinto valley. One of Argentina’s top spots for paragliding!

MORADA HOSTEL Humberto Primo 532 (0351) 4262238

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If you are looking for a great place to stay in Córdoba, close to all tourist attractions in the city, restaurants, bars and nightclubs, with a friendly and cool staff, Morada Hostel is an excellent option. They have bedrooms for six to eight people and different types of private rooms (single, double, triple, quadruple and quintuple) with private or shared bathrooms. Their price includes quality accommodation with breakfast, towels, bedding, fully equipped kitchen, terrace with barbecue, cable TV, Wi-Fi in the rooms and free Internet, lockers, luggage store and

24 hour reception. They also offer different tours (trekking, skydiving, paragliding, horseriding in the beautiful mountains of Córdoba and more) that will make your stay in Córdoba a lot of fun!

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Only hostel in Córdoba with a swimming pool!

CORDOBA HOSTEL

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Ituzaingó 1070 (0351) 4687359 / 153593971

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Córdoba Hostel is much more than just a place to sleep...This hostel is located in Nueva Córdoba,a safe area with an active nightlife near loads of student bars, just 600 m from the bus station and 200 m from the main park. Set in a comfortable 4 storey house, it has a broad range of accommodation to suit every need, ranging from single, twin or double, triple, quadruple and dorms, most of

them ensuite. There's something for everyone! Feeling chilled? Then laze around their swimming pool,

play unlimited table tennis, foosball and pool, or relax in the kitchen or by the BBQ patio. They grill every Friday!

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PALENQUE HOSTEL General Paz 371 (0351) 4237588

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Smack in the centre of town, Palenque Hostel makes a great springboard from which to discover the pleasures of Córdoba. Located in one of the city’s main avenues and within walking

distance to bars, pubs, clubs and museums, this renovated 100 year-old house has breezy double rooms and dorms, as well as a fully equipped kitchen. If you feel like chilling there is plenty to pass the

time away: a ping pong & foosball table, board games, Play Station 2, a large flat screen TV, a bunch of movies, and a cool patio with an outdoor bar.

Otherwise, a big night out in town is waiting for you!

Don’t miss the asado*, traditional food and free empanada* nights to make sure you have a belly full of Córdoba at the end of the day.

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TURNING POINT HOSTEL Entre Ríos 435(0351) 4221264

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This hostel is run by a cool, bilingual staff in a large historic house with three gorgeous internal patios. It has private rooms and dorms (most with shared bath) and it is located just 3.5 blocks from the bus station and 4.5 blocks from Plaza San Martín. While you’re there, take advantage of the video arcade with Nintendo Wii, Saturday BBQs, choripan* Tuesdays and free tickets to Cordoba’s best dance clubs on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays!

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BABILONIA HOSTEL Simón Bolívar 462(0351) 4218054

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This is a starting point to get to know the real Córdoba. Feel inspired by the colonial style architecture with its light, airy rooms, array of musical instruments, two patios, ping pong table, swimming pool, garden and BBQ area. Babilonia even have an communal art book and materials where you can draw, paint and scribble down your thoughts to share with other travellers. The hostel has dorms for up to six people, and private doubles, all with shared bathrooms. Right next to San Juan Boulevard, you are within arms reach of shops, pubs and restaurants. In house you can learn tango and enjoy art exhibitions, music, books and films, themed food nights and asados* every Tuesday and Friday, and if you want to get out and about the friendly

and smiley staff can help you with info about tours, adventures and sports in and around Córdoba.

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