There is a wide variety of lagoons throughout the length and breadth of the Buenos Aires province. These water bodies are of different dimensions, colors and are surrounded by various types of natural and urban landscapes, ranging from mountains to rural towns. But there is one, not so well known, located 120 kilometers from the city of Buenos Aireswhich stands out for its tranquility and its great extension.
This is the lagoon of the city of Navarrese, accessible in approximately an hour and a half of travel, which is located above the urban center of the town. With its area of 165 hectares, it is a great option for those looking for a fishing getaway, offering the opportunity to catch silversides, catfish, toothfish, tarariras and carp.
In addition, it provides a perfect setting for practicing water sports, such as boats with engines of up to 10 HP, kayaking and windsurfing. Nature lovers can also delight in bird watching from a wooden walkway that borders the lagoon.
In the vicinity of the lagoon, there are options for those who want to camp. He Fishing Club campsite offers a quiet space with adequate facilities, while at the intersection of Calle 101 and Avenida 16 is the Municipal Campingequipped with stoves, tables, bathrooms and a grocery store.
Where is Navarro?
The city of Navarro is 120 kilometers southwest of Buenos Aires.
What can I do in Navarro
Apart from the lagoon, there are many alternative activities to do in Navarro.
Just four blocks from the lagoon, on the main square, stands the San Lorenzo Martir churchbuilt in 1870. This must-see place houses a Christ brought from the Jesuit missionsas well as a bell cast in 1780.
On weekends you can explore the Manuel Dorrego Biographical Parka significant addition inaugurated on December 13, 2020. This small temple stands as an emotional tribute to the “martyr of Navarro”Colonel Manuel Dorrego, whose tragic story dates back to 1828.
dorrego park in navarro
Furthermore, since 1997, on weekends, visitors have the opportunity to immerse themselves in history through the reconstruction of a significant fort in Navarro. This set of ranches, built with mud and straw, and protected by an imposing palisade made up of 650 posts, transports visitors to the past, going back to the origins of the town.
This faithful reconstruction project represents the fort that, in 1767, marked the birth of the town as a strategic outpost in Aboriginal territory.
How to get to Navarro
To go to Navarro from Buenos Aires you have to take the national route 7 until reaching Lujánand then the provincial 47 to Navarro. In just over an hour of travel you will reach this picturesque place that is an ideal option for those looking to disconnect from the daily routine.
Source: Ambito
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