Sightseens & Tours |
Even though the attraction of the city is its
historic and cultural heritage, this is not the unique interesting
to see and visit. The coasts of the Rio de la Plata River
and the Uruguay River are another attraction.
Besides, some kilometers from the city there are different
places, such as the National Anchorena Park which is visited
by nearly 1.300 people each month.
Remember that Colonia
Del Sacramento has a great Yacht port, an splendid Yacht
club, a beautiful rambla (shore), The
Bull ring, the Matriz
church, the Bastion del Carmen and many museums, among
other attractions.
|
DE LA PLATA RIVER
|
National Anchorena Park in Colonia del Sacramento |
Aron de Anchorena gave his property in Colonia
to the State, with the purpose of create a National Park which
he wanted it to be called National Park Arón de Anchorena.
He was born in Buenos Aires on the 5th of November of 1877.
He was a member of one of the richest and powerful Argentinean
families, in a moment of great expansion of that country.
The park is next to the San Juan River and the Rio de la
Plata. With an English architectonical style, it is the place
for the presidents on duty to rest. It is monthly visited
by 1.300 people, its fauna, vegetation and peace will result
in an unforgettable visit.
|
ANCHORENA PARK
|
Yacht port in Colonia del Sacramento |
It is an splendid place during the whole year,
from it is possible to appreciate the Colonia
del Sacramento bay, some beaches like, Real de San Carlos,
Municipal resort, El Alamo, Oreja de Negro, calm waters that
are perfect to practice nautical sports
In some occasions it is full, its capacity is for more than
160 yachts. Besides this is the usual place for the ships
that take part in the important boat races of the Río
de la Plata.
The sunset that is possible to see over San Gabriel island
is really amazing.
|
YACHT PORT
|
|
