When we talk about Missions The first thing that comes to mind is the Iguazu Falls. Its jungle, its fauna, Iguazu National ParkHowever, there is another place worth visiting: the Teyú Cuaré Provincial Park.
Teyú Cuaré Provincial Park It is a protected natural area of 78 hectares, and is an ideal place to explore with the family, and enjoy the natural surroundings and wildlife. Its trails and viewpoints make this adventure tourism experience something unique.
What activities can I do in the Teyú Cuaré Provincial Park?
This park stands out for its enormous stone walls more than 200 meters above the Paraná Riverwhich create one of the most striking landscapes in the middle of lush vegetation. Various Medium difficulty trails offer fabulous views of the river and the lands of Paraguay.
To get to the top there is a stone block staircasewith a certain level of difficulty and requiring rest stops, but The panoramic reward justifies the effort.
Can Spend the day and enjoy the views of the rocks, the jungle and the Paraná River that the viewpoints offer. Being Open from 7am to 7pmMany families choose this place to enjoy an outdoor lunch or take advantage of “mate time” at the viewpoints.
The Teyú Cuaré Provincial Park in San Ignacio It has a camping area, equipped with barbecues, toilets and lighting. Therefore, tourists can choose to stay overnight if they wish.
Horacio Quiroga’s house.
On the banks of the Paraná River and surrounded by the jungle that he so well captured in his stories, the house where the Uruguayan writer Horacio Quiroga lived at the beginning of the 20th century is a must-see.
The museum exhibits some of the original furniture, many photos, manuscripts and various personal items. A recommendation: don’t forget to read his stories about the jungle. He was one of the great narrators of his people, their customs and their fauna.
How to get to Teyú Cuaré Provincial Park
From Posadas to San Ignacio along RN 12 to the north is 64 km. From San Ignacio to Teyú Cuaré Park is 8 km along an internal road.
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