A totally different option to get to know and disconnect from the city on a trip to nature.
The Province offers a wide variety of vacation spots, from beaches to islands and ranches. The possibilities of sightseeing in Buenos Aires They also include places with little traffic, ideal for disconnecting and recharging energy as a family without the crowds typical of the most visited places.
Among these alternatives, a unique destination emerges: an island without cars, without noise and with virgin nature, perfect for a different weekend in a group. It is about Martín García Islandknown, among other things, for being used as a prison for political prisoners, including Juan Domingo Perón, Hipólito Yrigoyen and Arturo Frondizi.
Martin Garcia Island
Where is Martín García Island located?
Martín García Island It is located in the lower course of the Uruguay Riverwhere it flows into the Río de la Plata, belonging to the province of Buenos Aires. The proximity to Tigre and the Autonomous City make it an ideal option for those looking for a quiet weekend without long trips.
It is administratively under Buenos Aires jurisdiction and is located a few dozen kilometers from the city of Buenos Aires and very close to the coast of Uruguay.
What you can do on Martín García Island
On the island you can take walks marked trails in the middle of forests and coastsenjoy quiet beaches and observe native fauna such as birds, capybaras and turtles. Also offered bike and kayak ridesguided visits to historical places such as the old Military Prison of Martín García Island, where Argentine presidents such as Hipólito Yrigoyen, Juan Domingo Perón and Arturo Frondizi were imprisoned.
In addition, there is the cemetery and heritage buildings, and you can camp or stay in inns to extend the stay. At night, the starry sky and the absence of artificial light make the experience even more special for visitors.
How to go to Martín García Island
From the Autonomous City of Buenos Aires It is reached by embarking on a river excursion which generally departs from the Puerto Madero dock or from the Tigre area. The trip lasts approximately two hours and upon arrival it is accessed on foot or by light mobility, since there are no cars on the island.
Source: Ambito
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