For the most adventurers, the environment offers various alternatives to enjoy nature and the clear sky of Patagonia.
Many times routine We can absorb to the point that we forget ourselves and what our mind and body needs. Therefore, it is crucial to take advantage of if our work allows and vacation, at least close to home, and do national tourism to know our beautiful country and incidentally relax a little.
North of Neuquén, A few kilometers from the border with Chile and more than 1000 meters above sea level, it is “The sheep“, a town known for its impressive landscaping and a key point for the Ufological tourism Thanks to his famous viewpoint.
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Where the sheep is located
The sheep is an Argentine town located in the department Minas of the province of the Neuquén, 500 km from the Neuquina capital. Many of the main attractions of the area are constituted as “entrance door”, thus integrating the Northern Neuquén Corridor next to the rest of the localities of the region such as Chos Malal, Andacollo, Manzano bitter, Huinganco and Varvarco.
Activities to do in the sheep, Neuquén
The sheep is for those who are looking for reconnect with nature. Its landscape, marked by extensive native forests, rivers and high mountains, offers the ideal scenario to practice outdoor activities. Walks by trails full of native flora and fauna, hiking excursions, sport fishing and bird observation allow visitors to delight with the panoramic views of the Cordillera de los Andes.
The territory has several unique beauty places, such as Quiques, Bandurrias and The willoweach with a particular charm. During the summer, the rivers in the area invite you to enjoy perfect aquatic activities For those who seek to cool off.
The town is also recognized for its “UFO viewpoint”, A 300 -meter wood catwalk located on a cliff that exceeds the 1,000 meters highfrom where you can see impressive panoramic views of both the Andes mountain range and the imposing window of the wind. A few kilometers, the Colo Michicó Archaeological Park It houses an important rock art site, considered an authentic “cosmic portal” and that, thanks to its conditions of low light pollution, is postulated to be part of the Red Starlightideal for astronomical observation.
How to go to the sheep, Neuquén
To reach the sheep from the city of Buenos Aires, it must be taken into account that the approximate distance is some 1,400 kilometerswith an estimated travel time between 17 and 18 hoursnot counting stops to rest or replace. This is the suggested route:
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Departure from Buenos Aires: The trip starts from the city center, preferably from Corrientes Avenue, and incorporate 9 de Julio Avenue. This tour will take you to access to the main highways.
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Access to the 25 de Mayo Highway: Once on July 9, I followed the indications to take the 25 de Mayo Highway (AU1). This route is the entrance door to go south, with meaning to Ezeiza International Airport.
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Connection with western access: When traveling on the 25 de Mayo Highway, keep attentive to the signs that derive you to west access (or MORENO MORENO Highway). This section is essential to get out of the metropolitan area and start the route inside.
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Incorporation to National Route 5: After traveling the western access, I followed the signals to join the National Route 5. This national route will take you through various locations and landscapes of the interior of the country, towards the west.
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Towards the sheep: Continue on National Route 5 until you find the connections with provincial or secondary routes that direct directly to the sheep, in the province of Neuquén. In this final section, I carefully followed the local signage.
Source: Ambito
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