In dry climates and clear skies, there are places that seem to stop time. There, surrounded by mountains, streams and subantartic forests, one can be disconnected and reconnected with the simplicity of the environment. Nature tourism finds in these spaces The best ally to offer escape and serenity.
One of those destinations is a locality little mentioned in popular guides but with sufficient charm to captivate any visitor. The tranquility of the place and the majestic environment makes it worth planning a getaway.
Where the sheep is located
The sheep is in the department Mines, north of the province of Neuquén. The town is settled in a small valley surrounded by Andean hills and open skies that seem closer to its clarity.
It is also the entrance door to landscapes such as Ríos Nahueve and Neuquén, and the Epu Lauquen lagoons.
What can be done in the sheep
The offer for those who seek contact with nature is wide and varied. Between spring and summer, horseback riding can be performed, Mountain Bike, observation of birds and walks by paths within protected areas. There are also nautical alternatives such as kayak, rafting and sport fishing in crystalline rivers that surround the area.
Unmissable adventures include visit to the waterfall The forge in Amargo Manzanoa jump of 40 meters above volcanic basalt, and the routes by the Epu lauquen lagoonsthat surprise with their forest of Ñares, lengas and oaks pellín. The interpretive path South beech and La Chaquira waterfall They allow you to live immersive walks in full nature.
In addition, the area retains vestiges of rock art in Colomichicówhere more than six hundred petroglyphs can be observed that testify to the ancestral presence of the original peoples.
How to go to the sheep
From the city of Neuquén, the road tour adds almost 500 kilometers. The journey It crosses locations such as Zapala, Las Lajas, Chos Malal and Andacollo until you get through the Provincial Route 43. It is important to foresee the fuel load andn Chos Malal or Andacollosince in the subsequent sections there are no service stations available.
The trip itself is part of the attractiveness. The route goes into valleys, crosses water courses and opens panoramas that anticipate the hills and lagoons waiting for the visitor. The combination of distance, landscape and loneliness makes the journey a previous experience that prepares for the stay.
Source: Ambito
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